'Let Pali Play'

16 Pages Thursday, March 4, 2021 ◆ Pacific Palisades, California $1.50 PPCC Hosts Second Public Safety, ‘Let Pali Play’ Disaster Readiness Forum By SARAH SHMERLING to help the most people and save the Editor-in-Chief most amount of life, so they often don’t have the capacity to assist with he Pacific Palisades Community individuals. Council hosted a second public “It could be five days, it could Tsafety and disaster readiness forum be five weeks before they get to during its most recent virtual board your neighborhood depending on meeting, which took place via Zoom the damage,” she said. on Thursday evening, February 25. Wright with a Zoom background In a slideshow, she pointed out After an introduction from featuring footage from a 2019 fire. that “disasters can strike quickly Palisades Community Emergency Photo courtesy of PPCC and without warning,” and they Response Team (CERT) Volunteer can “force you to evacuate or con- Coordinator K.C. Soll, Hank Wright 20,000 residents in the area. They fine you to your home”—which is opened the forum with a discussion are there 24 hours per day, seven why, she explained, it’s important about the LAFD Auxiliary Com- days per week, but if “something to have a plan. munications Service, “the official really big happens, these 19 people Before an earthquake, Benja- amateur radio communications are going to be completely over- min said to create a family plan, group for the city of Los Angeles.” whelmed.” make an emergency kit, learn how “Our primary purpose is to He shared this is why it’s espe- to use any tools in the kit, identify provide backup for LAFD’s radio cially important to have a plan and hazards in the home and work place, system,” Wright, LAFD ACS Bat- to know neighbors through Ready and fix those hazards. talion 9 communication unit leader, Your LA Neighborhood or Map “If it’s taller than it is wide,” explained. “In the event that there’s Your Neighborhood. she explained, “it’s going to top- a big disaster and they [aren’t] able The next speaker, Culver City ple, which means it can block your Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer to use the telephones or the cells or CERT Training Head Stephanie exits.” Palisades Charter High School parents and students participated in a 45-minute car rally around their own radios, we have radios to Benjamin, an EMT of 22 years, During an earthquake, Benja- campus last Friday afternoon, February 26, to show support and enthusiasm for athletes being able to be able to help them do that.” began her portion of the forum with min asked that people stay calm, return to competition this spring. Read the full story on Page 5. Wright stressed the importance a similar sentiment. and to drop, cover and hold on. She of reviewing LAFD’s Emergency “Teamwork is one of the most explained to not run outside or use Preparedness Guide, which can be important aspects of anything you’re elevators. found at cert-la.com/EmergPrep- going to do,” she shared. “Even if “Do not run to help your chil- City Planning Commission Booklet.pdf. The 39-page document you don’t take the [CERT] training, dren,” she added. “I know that’s the includes information about what to you need to have that bond with hardest thing to hear, but most inju- do before, during and after earth- your community so you can work ries happen when you are running quakes, power outages, fires, floods together to solve the issues in front to get to someone else to help them. Reviews Coastal Housing Ordinance and more. of you.” Stay where you are and then after Wright’s call to action included CERT is a program that ed- the shaking stops, make your way four items: come up with a plan, ucates volunteers about disaster to that person.” Proposal Continues Vote obtain an FRS radio (similar to a preparedness for hazards that may She explained that having a , walkie talkie) with extra batter- impact their area, as well as provides family disaster plan and kit will ies, get notified through NotifyLA training for basic disaster response “help ensure the safety of family (emergency.lacity.org/notifyla) and skills, like fire safety, light search members” and “help family mem- check the PulsePoint app. and rescue, team organization, and bers make informed, rational de- He explained that at any given disaster medical operations. cisions in times of high stress re- time, the Palisades has 19 LAFD She shared that people think quiring rapid decision making and personnel in the area between Sta- they can depend on the fire depart- action.” tions 23 and 69 covering more than ment, but their goal in a disaster is (Continued on Page 3) Spruzzo Restaurant & Bar to Open in the Highlands

By LILY TINOCO Reporter Members of Los Angeles City Planning Commission Photos courtesy of CPC

ongtime Malibu eatery Spruzzo By LILY TINOCO Restaurant & Bar, owned and Reporter Loperated by Ray and his son Ryan Gowhari, is coming to Pacific Pal- he Los Angeles City Planning Commission met isades this summer. virtually on Thursday, February 25, to review a Spruzzo will open in the High- Tproposed ordinance to adopt permanent regulations for lands in the space that formerly the demolition, loss or conversion of residential units housed Taste at the Palisades, lo- and development of residential units throughout the cated at 538 Palisades Drive. city’s coastal zone, which includes Pacific Palisades, Spruzzo is designed to be an Venice and San Pedro. “upscale family-friendly restaurant The ordinance would add a section to the Los in Malibu with generous portions, Angeles Municipal Code to implement the state Mello Act, which went into effect in January 1982 as an The forthcoming restaurant Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer attempt to protect existing residential units and increase the supply of affordable housing in California’s great prices and excellent service,” fresh seafood entrees, according to coastal zone. according to its website. the restaurant’s website. The proposed ordinance accomplishes the intent Ryan shared that his father Ryan said the Palisades loca- of the Mello Act by regulating the demolition, con- Ray has been running the treasured tion will offer the same menu with version, change of use and new construction activities Malibu location since 1994—be- slight modifications and brunch on that involve existing or proposed dwelling units in fore he was born. Ray purchased the weekends, which isn’t offered coastal zone communities. the restaurant from two brothers at the Malibu location. The new The ordinance is designed to promote a more eq- and kept the name Spruzzo, which location will also have space for uitable distribution of housing opportunities by cost translates to “splash” in Italian. outdoor dining. and type to all residents of the city and preserve qual- City of Los Angeles coastal zones Ryan said he became involved “We could fit about 20 to 25 ity rental and ownership housing for households of with the restaurant after graduat- people out there,” Ryan said. all income levels and special needs, according to the tion” to include substantial renovation work and more. ing high school. He would work He said when he and his father CPC’s recommendation report. Krista Kline, deputy chief of staff for Coun- over the summer. Since graduating found the Palisades location, the “It has a pure purpose and that’s really supporting cilmember Mike Bonin, relayed his statement to the from California State University, duo thought it was the perfect fami- affordable housing,” Deputy Director of Community CPC and said Bonin believes affordable housing is Northridge, in 2018, Ryan took on ly-friendly, neighborhood spot. Planning Shana Bonstin said. imperative everywhere, especially in the coastal zone. the role of a full-time manager. “There aren’t many other According to the CPC’s recommendation report, “The city of Los Angeles has a legal responsibil- “I got involved because I saw restaurants [in Malibu], especial- the proposed ordinance is consistent with the goals, ity and a moral requirement to protect, preserve and the opportunity that was presented ly in deep Western Malibu, a very objectives and policies of the Brentwood-Pacific Pal- promote affordable housing in all neighborhoods,” in front of me … my dad’s expe- high percentage of our business is isades Community Plan—which includes the promo- she said. “Unfortunately the interim rules the city has rience and willingness to teach [from] regulars, I know my cus- tion of adequate housing for all persons regardless of been using for decades has not done that.” me how to be an operator in this tomers by name and I know their income, age or ethnic background, and the develop- Kline said Bonin also supports LAFLA’s recom- business,” Ryan said to the Pali- families,” Ryan said to the Post. ment and maintenance of rental units to ensure housing mendations. sadian-Post. “We feel that the Palisades for a variety of income groups. “Councilmember agrees with LAFLA that the pro- Although Spruzzo is known Highlands shares a lot of the same Following discussions, CPC decided to continue posed definition for demolition is not tight enough and for its Italian flare, Ryan said his values and is similar in a lot of the vote to have enough time to review recommen- should include substantial work that may occur on- father also wanted the restaurant ways … [we] look forward to con- dations given by the Legal Aid Foundation of Los site,” Kline said. “He also supports LAFLA’s concerns to offer comfort foods and cater to tinuing that tradition and serving Angeles. … the councilmember agrees with the methodology the people coming from the beach. the Palisades very soon.” LAFLA sent the commission a letter on February submitted in the LAFLA letter to City Planning on Spruzzo offers “food cooked to He said Spruzzo is slated to 12 with suggestions, including the prioritization of February 12.” perfection,” including pizza, sand- open in the Palisades Highlands extremely low-, very low- and low-income households The CPC will review the ordinance again during wiches, pasta, chicken, steaks and by the end of June. instead of moderate income, and changing “demoli- its meeting on Thursday, May 13. 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Response to Bills Please tell that poor reader to have a plumber check for a leak either in a line or at the meter. We had a leak at our meter at the street that presented in increasing bills just as was described. It was our responsibility to pay for the repairs. I can’t believe LADWP did not suggest this as a possible culprit!

Schools I love to see our local charter schools hosting virtual online auctions. Supporting them is so important, so it’s great to have this avenue during the pandemic.

COVID Concerns People please continue being careful! I was out around the town last weekend for the first time in a long time and was shocked to @saragmarti Postcard see so many people acting as if They have the best guac and plantains We’re COVID wasn’t even a thing. I vegan, so we get the bean soup and the garden would really hate to see us fall burrito. Or was it tortilla chips with the guac? Either way, I love it when they add pomegranate backwards again. seeds! @blackinkca Driving The BEST fresh food and the BEST people run I’ve been hearing complaints this business! Have made my days all throughout about reckless driving all around Covid. Could not have lived without the blood Orange margarita! and the tire marks on Pampas Ri- cas and Ocampo and Chapala are @spop83 of great concern. Be mindful and Go Dave and Jintana!! consider the tragedies that can occur from this reckless behavior, LETTER TO just cut it out.

THE EDITOR PCH Driving up PCH is my favorite Aloha, Pacific Palisades! way to step away from the mess In the fall of 1993, I got a magazine job offer that was too good and catch a breather, I often forget to turn down. The only snag? The office was located way the heck in about Lake Shrine! A gem in the Westlake Village, and I was a born-and-bred beach girl living in the community that shouldn’t be tak- OC. There was no way I was going to move inland. en for granted. Somehow, I recalled driving down Sunset Boulevard during my college years at UCLA and passing through an idyllic spot called Pa- cific Palisades. I decided that was the ONLY place I would live. If I Restaurants couldn’t find an apartment there, I wasn’t going to take the job, and I let Though I have been doing takeout my new employer know it. and delivery, I can’t believe it’s al- That’s when he handed me a copy of the Palisadian-Post so I could check the classifieds for places to live. Within a week, I’d found an most been a full year since I have apartment and even better, a new home. I had made a vow that I would dined in at a Palisades restaurant. I only stay for a year then move back to the OC. That year ended up be- already have a list of those I can’t ing nearly three incredible decades. wait to return to and continue sup- The Palisadian-Post was my introduction to this hidden communi- porting after I am vaccinated. ty—its long-standing homespun traditions (the parade, the teen contest and the spelling bee!), the remarkable people who made it so special, Palisades Charter High School Tennis Coach Bud Kling outside the Olympic Ice Hockey Arena in and even the little things that irked the people living in this paradise Lillehammer, Norway, in front of the famous modern sculpture of a Viking ship. Support (hello, 2 Cents column!). The paper felt like the glue that held the community together, and Community I loved it! 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I relished the features we did on our locals and am so proud of the The Palisadian-Post is deep-dive investigations we managed to do with a small but mighty providing free coverage staff—the Wednesday night motorcycle riders, the mysterious Tobalina of COVID-19—through house in the Huntington, and of course, the wild tale of Jeffrey Lash, Published weekly since 1928 by the Palisades Post Breaking News Alerts the human-alien hybrid in the Highlands. 881 Alma Real Drive, Suite 213, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 As exciting as those stories were, the 24/7 nature of news took its and online stories— Tel: (310) 454-1321 • Fax: (310) 454-1078 • www.PaliPost.com toll, and I eventually said farewell to my career at the paper. as a service to our The Palisades has been my bubble for decades, but when the pan- Sarah Shmerling Gina Kernan community. demic hit, my husband and I realized it was time to move on. 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POSTMASTER: send address change to the ALISADIAN-POST,P 881 Alma Real Drive, Suite 213, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272. for subscription and The Palisadian-Post is 100% owned by Charlie Loves Brooms and Molly Loves Peanut Butter, LLC. supporting options. Palisadian, Vol. LXXXVI, No. 255 • Pacific Palisades Post, Vol. LXX, No. 255 March 4, 2021 Palisadian-Post Page 3 PALISADES Neighborhood News Countywide COVID-19 Vaccination Eligibility Paseo Miramar Brush Fire Expands to Teachers, Some Essential Workers Los Angeles Fire Department air and ground operations re- By SARAH SHMERLING cases. Among workers in skilled to vaccines,” according to Public sponded to a less-than-one-quarter-acre brush fire near 300 N Paseo Editor-in-Chief nursing facilities, a group expe- Health. “Access to people living COVID-19 Case Summary Miramar on Sunday evening, February 28, reported LAFD spokes- riencing one-fourth of healthcare in communities that have been as of March 2 person Brian Humphrey. s of Monday, March 1, addi- worker cases, there is a significant the hardest hit by the pandemic The fire, reported at 10:37 p.m., was knocked down by 11 p.m. tional sectors are now eligi- decrease in cases. The week of No- remains a challenge, and we are “First arriving LAFD ground units handled less than one-quar- Able for vaccination in Los Angeles vember 29, there were 434 cases continuing to employ strategies to ter acre of brush in steep terrain,” Humphrey reported. County, including those who work among these healthcare workers, increase access to vaccinations for Los Angeles County Cases There were no injuries, no structure threat and no damage re- in food and agriculture, education and the week of February 14, there these groups.” 1,194,242 ported, as well as no evacuations prompted. The wind was calm in and childcare, and emergency ser- were 10.” The agency is encouraging the area at the time. vices. As of Monday, nearly 1.96 mil- more restricted clinics for residents “Though the incident occurred in the vicinity of an apparent- Nearly 1.2 million people lion doses of COVID-19 vaccine in these communities so they have Deaths in LA County ly downed or arcing power line or transformer—and there [was] a across the county fall into these have been administered across the access to appointments and don’t power outage reported in the vicinity,” Humphrey explained, “the newly approved categories, ac- county, of which 600,497 people have to travel far to receive it, as 21,554 specific cause of the fire remains under investigation.” cording to data provided by Los have received second doses— well as shifting some allocations to —SARAH SHMERLING Angeles County Department of though the county stressed even these smaller sites. Public Health. more doses could be administered Public Health reported that Pacific Palisades Cases Vaccines will continue to be of- if supply allowed. following Johnson & Johnson re- Pali High fered to healthcare workers, staff “Across sectors, there is much ceiving emergency use authoriza- 748 and residents at skilled nursing and more capacity to vaccinate, though tion for its vaccine this week, it is Positions Open to Join Board of Trustees long-term care facilities, and LA there is simply not enough supply likely that the county will begin to County residents 65 and over. of vaccine to offer more appoint- see doses as early as next week. Palisades Highlands Cases There are six spots open on the Palisades Charter High School Public Health reported that fol- ments,” Public Health reported. “As Johnson & Johnson doses Board of Trustees for the 2021-22 academic school year. lowing a surge of COVID-19 cases “Our large capacity vaccination come into LA County, this vac- 132 Prior to completing the application, candidates are required to in healthcare workers during fall sites alone could provide 142,000 cine will be offered at a number of review and sign the Board Member Roles and Responsibilities, which through winter, cases have dropped additional doses this week if there sites, including the large capacity deaths. Pacific Palisades had include attending meetings that are typically held on the third Tuesday to the “lowest they have been since was sufficient vaccine supply.” vaccination sites,” Public Health reached 748 cases, with an addi- of every month at 5 p.m., committee involvement and more. the beginning of the pandemic,” As of February 20, Public reported. “All three vaccines are tional 132 in Palisades Highlands. All terms begin July 1, 2021, and all seats are two years—unless as overall cases decline and many Health reported that 5,143 resi- extraordinarily powerful and, in According to Public Health, otherwise indicated. healthcare workers have been vac- dents of Pacific Palisades had been clinical trials, were 100% effec- Pacific Palisades had a two-week The positions include: cinated. vaccinated, which is 30.4% of the tive preventing hospitalizations case rate of 27 as of Monday, 1 — Community Seat, currently Adam Glazer “During the week of Novem- population, with an additional 992 and deaths.” March 1, with Palisades Highlands 1 — Community Seat, currently Emily Hirsch ber 29, there were over 1,800 cas- in Palisades Highlands, 31.2%. As the Post went to print Tues- at two. 1 — Student-elected Teacher Seat, currently John Rauschuber es among healthcare workers,” “LA County is working to day, the number of positive cases For the most up-to-date in- 1 — Parent Seat, currently Sara Margiotta according to Public Health on ensure that eligible residents and across LA County when factoring formation on vaccinations and 1 — Teacher Seat, currently Paula Anderson Monday, March 1. “The week of workers in the hardest hit com- in Long Beach and Pasadena had appointments, visit vaccinatela- 1 — Classified Seat, currently Andy Paris February 14, there were just 69 munities have increased access reached 1,194,242, with 21,554 county.com. Parties interested may contact the Trustees currently active in the listed roles, and applications need to be turned in by Friday, March 12. PPCC Hosts Second well as a weekday or weekend— teer Coordinator Jenny Buch- something larger, depending on For additional information, visit palihigh.org. and to practice this. binder concluded the forum with the need for the area. —LILY TINOCO Virtual Forum Data suggests that an emer- a presentation about the program, The plan includes a Map Your (Continued from Page 1) gency kit should last at least 72 which is a free service offered by Neighborhood meeting, where hours, according to Benjamin. Es- the City of LA Emergency Man- neighbors meet to create a re- Santa Monica Mountains Steps to developing a family sential items include water, food, agement Department that allows sponse plan. Over the course of the disaster plan include researching cash and important documents, neighborhoods to be more pre- 90-minute meeting, those within Hiker Rescue hazards for the area (like flooding, clothes, flashlight, first-aid kit, pared for big disasters. the area identify meeting places, The Los Angeles Fire Department responded to a hiker rescue brush fires, etc.) and how local medicine, radio, toiletries, and “It’s not just about preparing as well as relevant special skills in the Santa Monica Mountains on Thursday afternoon, February organizations, like the Red Cross tools. your own self and your own fam- and equipment each resident has. 25, according to LAFD spokesperson Brian Humphrey. and CERT, will help. It also in- “Bed sheets are amazing,” she ily,” Buchbinder explained, “but A contact list is also created, At approximately 2:12 p.m., it was reported that an adult female cludes creating a communication added. “Anytime you get new bed should there be a disaster, it will with information about neighbors hiker with a non-life-threatening knee injury was rescued after fall- plan, complete with both an out- sheets, throw your old ones into be really important to coordinate who may need extra assistance ing on the Santa Ynez Canyon Trail. of-state and local contact. your emergency kit. You can tear with and know your neighbors. during a disaster or have pets. “After being medically stabilized by LAFD ground and flight Benjamin explained it’s im- them up to create bandages, you The whole idea of mutual aid.” For more information or to medics at ground level,” Humphrey reported, “she will be hoisted portant to determine meeting plac- can hang them up to create shade, There are currently 17 RY- get started with RYLAN, email aboard a hovering LAFD Rescue Helicopter for in-flight treatment es, suggesting to take into account you can use them as a stretcher to LAN plans in place throughout [email protected] or Emergency during direct transport to an area hospital.” the time of day the potential disas- carry someone.” the Palisades and Rustic Canyon. Management Coordinator Jackie No further details were available. ter occurs and have a place to meet Palisades Highlands Ready Buchbinder said the area can be Koci Tamayo at jaqueline.koci@ —SARAH SHMERLING if it’s 9 a.m., 2 p.m. or 3 a.m., as Your LA Neighborhood Volun- a block, five, 10 or 15 homes, or lacity.org.

Spotted in the Palisadian-Post: Putting Food Waste to Work at Home November, 23, 1972 help our planet is by diverting our Avocado skin: Blend skins phosphorus, iron, copper and zinc organic kitchen scraps from land- with some water and feed a few PALISADIANS MAY HAVE fills. The most sustainable way of tablespoons to soil for a quick ni- Potato skin: Toss potato doing this is composting. trogen boost. peels in a cup or bowl and add EARTHQUAKE DATA But this green tip is not about boiling water. Let sit for about composting. It’s a few, fun ways Egg shells: Rinse, boil and two hours—the longer the better. What were earthquakes like in California prior to you and your family can use your bake for 20 minutes at 250 de- Then strain the orange-tinted wa- 1900? Residents of Pacific Palisades may be able to help kitchen scraps to feed your in- grees. Blend them into a fine ter and feed the liquid directly to scientists determine how property losses can be reduced in door (and outdoor) plants without powder then sprinkle on soil for your plants. Provides phosphorus, future shakes. State geologists are attempting to compile the the need for harsh, store-bought a calcium boost. (You can add magnesium and calcium. unwritten history of earthquake damages. What the study chemicals. to your own smoothies, too.) The happier your (indoor) team is looking for are first-person, detailed accounts, such plants, the better they’ll be at re- Orange peels: Blend dry as might be contained in diaries or old letters among family The Palisadian-Post has part- moving carbon dioxide and other peels, then add very little water to records. The man in charge of the search for information nered with locally founded envi- pollutants from your home. turn into a paste. Add to the base of is State Geologist Wesley G. Bruer. Valuable earthquake ronmental organization Resilient soil to keep aphids and ants away. information could exist right here in Pacific Palisades. Palisades to deliver a weekly Avocado seeds: Blend dry and Gives a nitrogen boost, too. “Individual Californians have an opportunity to contribute “green tip” to our readers. feed directly to soil, then water. to the reduction of earthquake risks in the future,” Bruer said, They’re packed with potassium Pomegranate peels: Chop up, “by telling us what they may know of the past.” One of the simplest and most and phosphorus, which plants love blend with water and feed direct- Photo courtesy of powerful ways Palisadians can and need. ly to soil. Packed with potassium, Resilient Palisades/Peter Schad

CRIME REPORT Burglary/Theft from Vehicle 17300 Sunset Blvd, February 24 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. 300 Sycamore Road, between 23 at 8:50 a.m. Suspect removed Unknown suspect(s) removed Provided by February 21 at 3 p.m. and Febru- victim’s property from vehicle and property and fled in an unknown Burglary pects(s) entered victim’s home, re- ary 22 at 1:30 a.m. Unknown sus- fled westbound. location. LAPD Acting Senior 1200 Corsica Drive, Febru- moved victim’s property and fled pect(s) entered victim’s vehicle, 1200 Monaco Drive, between Lead Officers. In case of ary 26 between 3 and 11 p.m. Un- in an unknown location. removed property and fled in an February 24 at 9:30 p.m. and Feb- emergency, call 911. known suspect(s) used unknown 1200 Rimmer Ave, between unknown direction. ruary 25 at 6:20 a.m. Unknown sus- Assault With a Deadly Weapon tool to enter location and fled in February 26 at 12 p.m. and Feb- 400 Hillside Lane, between pect(s) removed victim’s property Pacific Coast Highway/Sun- To report a an unknown location. ruary 27 at 9:45 a.m. Unknown February 20 at 6 p.m. and Febru- from vehicle. set Blvd, February 25 at 3:30 p.m. non-emergency, 1000 Anoka Place, between suspect(s) entered locked gate, ary 22 at 9:30 a.m. Unknown sus- Suspect threw a rock at victims, call 877-275-5273. February 20 at 11 a.m. and Feb- removed property and fled in an pect(s) smashed victim’s windows Theft causing injury. Suspect was arrest- ruary 25 at 3 p.m. Unknown sus- unknown direction. and fled in an unknown location. 16000 Sunset Blvd, February ed for ADW. Page 4 Palisadian-Post March 4, 2021 Bird’s-Eye View Parenting Advice from Betsy Brown Braun Ask BBB is a monthly column in which the renowned parenting expert Betsy Brown Braun answers your questions about raising children in the Palisades. Submit your questions to [email protected] with the subject line “Ask BBB.”

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Girls volleyball players Jadyn Laski and Camille Kosich and boys basketball players Bowdoin Brazell and Pali High basketball player Ivy Scott is eager to get back on the court. The Dolphins were denied a chance Zach Haas hold up their ‘Let Pali Play’ signs as they drive by Palisades High. Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer to play for the state title when the coronavirus canceled the finals last March. Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer Rally Round Pali High Parents and Athletes Circle Campus to ‘Let Pali Play’

By STEVE GALLUZZO Sports Editor Let Pali Play Car Rally Map – Friday Feb 26 from 1:30 – 2:30 pm

ver since the 2020-21 school year began, student athletes have held Car Rally Route out hope that they would be able to participate in high school sports. EWith the announcement that LAUSD teams can return to conditioning today with testing and athletic clearance papers, hope has quickly turned to cautious optimism for Palisades High players who feared that time was running out. Thanks to the conviction and ingenuity of varsity football players SHHHH - Matt Fahn and Jack Babala and assisted by Pali Quarterback Club Pres- NO ident Lisa Manheim and team moms Jewlz Fahn and Marcella Babala, Dolphins athletes and parents staged a car rally last Friday afternoon to HONKING drum up support and awareness for Palisades’ athletic programs, which have been out of action for 11 months. They called it “Let Pali Play.” “Jack, my mom and I were sitting at the dinner table thinking of possible ways to gather all the school’s athletes,” said Fahn, a junior defensive lineman. “Suddenly the idea came upon us to have a drive-by protest. While wondering what to call it an idea came to me: Let Pali Play. Next thing we knew everything was in motion and we were making it happen.” Fahn and Babala spearheaded the effort by contacting players from every athletic team at Palisades and asking them to participate by wearing masks, making signs, decorating their cars and circling the campus for one hour. “We have fellow athletes from lacrosse, basketball, volleyball and baseball who all wanted to get involved,” Fahn said, adding he believes the likelihood of the football team having a shortened season is 50/50. “We we’re hoping to make our voices heard and let everyone know that we want to play. I think it’ll have an impact because now we have a platform. It’s been tough being confined to my room all this time, but there was nothing I could really do to change that. All I could do is stay conditioned and stay prepared.” The rally lasted from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. and consisted of about 20 cars, each vehicle was adorned with signage and blue and white decor. SHHHH - Vehicles began on Bowdoin Street, made a right onto Erskine above the NO stadium, another right onto El Medio Avenue, another right onto Sunset Blvd., another right onto Temescal Canyon and finally another right back HONKING on to Bowdoin. Honking was not permitted in residential neighborhoods. “My fingers remain crossed for something positive,” Manheim said. Babala, a junior linebacker, surveyed the route and emphasized the rally was a team effort. “We came up with the idea for the car rally when realizing nobody at the Pali administration level is sticking up for us,” Babala said. “We thought the most powerful and effective thing was to get all athletes from all sports supporting one cause—Let Pali Play. There was nobody at the forefront, but it was a group decision that this was a good idea and it’s what needed to be done. Me personally, I’ve always had a glass half-full mentality. I believe that all the work all the players have done in the midst of a pandemic is not for nothing. That’s why I believe we’ll be playing.” The CIF has divided the 2020-21 athletic calendar into two seasons and Season 1 sports, which normally would start in August, have a small window of time remaining. Football teams, for instance, have until April 30 to complete their schedules. “We’ve noticed at each level, from the Governor to LAUSD Superin- tendent, that the commonality when striving to play is pressure,” Babala added. “Our form of putting pressure on the administration at Pali was to host this masked car rally. We thought it’s the safest and most effective way to get our point across.” (See Car Rally, Page 6)

• Line up in your car on Temescal beginning at 1:30 pm and wait for the rally to begin • Wear Masks at all times, even inside cars. • Drive slow! • Do not honk in areas marked as no honking – be respectful of the neighbors. • Decorate your cars, make signs and wear Pali gear. Page 6 Palisadian-Post March 4, 2021

Car Rally (Continued from Page 5) Babala continued: “I’ve been and seen each varsity team for my freshman and sophomore year but this class, in particular, has a bond that’s special. The boys have all been talking constantly on group chats waiting to get our chance and opportunity to play. There’s no doubt in my mind this team will do special things when given the chance.” Pali High’s football team won the Western League title last fall and made the City Open Division playoffs. The boys basketball squad won the City Division I title while the girls team won the Open Division championship and the SoCal Regional Division II title. Days before the Dolphins were to travel to Sacra- mento for the state finals, the event was canceled because of the coronavirus outbreak and sports in the City have been on hold since. Several members of the girls basketball team, including Ivy Scott and sisters Sammie, Elise and Taylor Arnold, participated in the rally. “Well. we all thought no one was sticking up for us athletes so we took it upon ourselves,” football wide receeiver Xavier Smith Jr. said. “We just made a flyer and it was post- ed by many different people and the outcome was great. I have a lot of friends on other teams such as the basketball, volleyball and soccer teams. They all came and showed support towards the car rally. I’m extremely op- timistic as of now because we’re going back to conditioning soon. Hopefully that’ll lead to us having a season. Initially we were hoping to accomplish gaining the ability to condition and play. When we found out we were able to condition our new goal was to have a season. It’s been hard especially because of our love for the sport not being on the field with our Pali High varsity football player Matt Fahn cheers as cars drive past the front of brothers is hard. We all miss the bond and con- Pali High varsity football player Jack Babala holds up a ‘Let Pali Play’ sign. campus during last Friday’s drive-by rally called ‘Let Pali Play.’ nection we had with each other.” He helped organize the car rally. He hopes to be on the field soon. Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer (See Car Rally, Page 8) Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer

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Torino Johnson gets off the bus upon arriving back at the hotel in Former Palisades High girls basketball coach Torino Johnson rides Torino Johnson was tasked with coaching defense for the Nigerian Monastir after a long day of practice with Team Nigeria. a horse along the shore of the Mediterranean Sea. National Team, which finished 3-0 in group play. Hoop Dreams

By STEVE GALLUZZO “I didn’t realize what a big deal this is and I’m thrilled to see where Sports Editor this goes,” he added. “This trip was life changing for me. I never imag- ined I’d be coaching Nigeria and be afforded such a beautiful opportu- orino Johnson needed only one word to describe last week’s trip to nity by the Nigerian Federation. My CSLA collegiate basketball season Tunisia for the Afro Baskets Qualifying Tournament. was sidelined due to Covid 19 which also played a part in my ability T “It was epic,” he said. “That’s the only way to say it.” to coach the team. This appointment gave me a chance to get better as The former Palisades High girls coach and current women’s bas- a coach as I was surrounded by master teachers. I was tasked with our ketball head coach at Cal State Los Angeles traveled to Central Africa, team defense and our coaching staff meetings at breakfast were dynam- where he served as an assistant for the Nigerian Men’s National Team. ic, as we discussed practice and game strategy. I had to learn a different For him, the fun began even before he arrived at his destination. basketball language and it was sink or swim—our staff meetings were “First, the trip began with a 12-hour flight from Los Angeles to Par- vivid and succinct—and the video editing was just invigorating. We is,” Johnson explained upon returning safely to the Southland. “I was stayed at Tui Magic Life Skanes in Monastir. I rode a horse for the first so reflective... I had both grandfathers who fought in war and flying into time on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea and I fell off, but I had de- Paris made me think about them both as I was able to sit in the airport licious meals with wonderful people and we won all of our games and and do absolutely nothing because of their sacrifice and commitment to head into Tokyo with a renewed focus on winning a medal with a roster improving my life.” full of dynamic and skilled players. Go team Naija!” On a staff that included numerous NBA and G-League coaches, Johnson coached 10 seasons at Pali High, leading the Dolphins to Johnson helped Nigeria to a 3-0 record in its group, with victories over seven state playoff berths, four league titles and four City champion- South Sudan (75-70), Rwanda (64-51) and Mali (76-56). The team next ships. He was named City Coach of the Year four times and was Cal-Hi goes to Tokyo, Japan for the Olympics in July, though Johnson does Sports’ 2016 Division I State Coach of the Year. He resigned from Pali Torino Johnson was assigned to not yet know if he will be able to join it. He spent Monday with former High after the 2016-17 season and became an assistant under Cheryl Torino Johnson addresses other coach the defense for Nigeria’s NBA All-Star Baron Davis and his phone has been ringing practically Miller at CSLA. He was named head coach of the women’s program members of the coaching staff in men’s basketball team. nonstop since he has been back. in August 2019 and the Golden Eagles went 12-16 in his first season. preparation for Game 1.

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Car Rally (Continued from Page 6) Other athletes in the rally were girls volleyball players Jadyn Las- ki and Camille Kosich and boys basketball players Bowdoin Bra- zell and Zach Haas. As of March 2, COVID-19 ad- justed numbers per 100,000 cases in Los Angeles County stood at 7.2 percent, well below the 14 percent threshold required. If the numbers continue to drop, testing would not be required before football games scheduled for next week, although Palisades High is not among the schools that could play then. The City Section, which includes Pali High, will not host playoffs or championships for football, girls volleyball and boys or girls water polo. The goal is to allow leagues more time to play regular season games and provide as many opportunities as possible Road to Recovery for student athletes. The CIF state Above: Pali High football team office has canceled all state and moms Lisa Manheim, Jewlz Having had to sit out the Super Bowl this year because regional playoffs for Season 1. Fahn and Marcella Babala were LAUSD athletic directors were among the parents who partici- of a back injury he suffered during the season, Kansas set to hold a meeting today to pre- pated in last Friday afternoon’s City Chiefs right tackle Mitchell Schwartz is back on the pare for conditioning to presum- car rally around campus. Home-field road to recovery. After weeks and weeks of non-inva- ably resume Monday. Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer sive treatments failed to alleviate his pain and discom- advantage. fort, the proud Palisades High football alum finally had surgery February 24. “I’m getting surgery today,” he tweeted that morning. “I was hoping to recover enough to get back for the playoffs and/or Super Bowl, but that didn’t happen. It’s time to address the issue. The recovery process isn’t too long which is nice. Looking for- Festa Insurance Agcy Inc I understand you work really ward to a healthy 2021. The operation went smoothly Rich Festa, Agent hard for your home and car, and Insurance Lic#: 0786049 according to the surgeon and Schwartz flew home two festainsurance.com I’m here to help protect them. days later to begin recovery, which will include physical Bus: 310-454-0345 Stop in or call me today. therapy to get him moving around. Without Schwartz Like a good neighbor, and two other starting offensive linemen, Kansas City State Farm is there.® was routed 31-9 by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Feb. 7 in Tampa. Schwartz started at right tackle in the Chiefs’ Super Bowl LIV victory over San Francisco but the 2018 All-Pro spent the second half of the 2020 campaign on injured reserve. He last played in Week 6. A nine-year NFL veteran, the 31-year old Schwartz was named City Section Offensive Lineman of the Year as a senior at Palisades in 2006. He started 141 games in a row before missing the Chiefs’ road win at Denver in October. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, 1706752 State Farm Fire and Casualty Company, Bloomington, IL

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By LILY TINOCO and just last year she was the Due to the COVID-19 pan- Reporter LLS Honored Hero—she said demic, she said the team was un- these honorary experiences have able to organize typical in-per- alisadian Frances Abu inspired her to continue being a son fundraising events, so they Shanab is rallying for a cancer advocate. had to get innovative. Pcause after being nominated “I got to meet a lot of dif- She said The Mighty for the Leukemia & Lymphoma ferent people and families who Shrimps have been able to raise Society’s Students of the Year have been affected by cancer, funds through Charitybuzz, a 2021 campaign. and all the people I met inspired company that raises funds for The Students of the Year me,” Abu Shanab said. “I got to nonprofit organizations through campaign is a leadership devel- see how much a childhood can- online charity auction experi- opment program for high school cer diagnosis affects a family … ences. students that teaches profession- and I got to see what … my fam- She reported the team was al skills such as entrepreneur- ily went through because I don’t able to organize an outdoor ship and marketing while they remember a lot from when I was exercise class in collaboration raise funds for LLS. The society diagnosed since I was so young. with the Row House in Santa utilizes funds raised for cancer “I want to raise funds for Monica “to raise money and get research and helps over 55,000 families like mine who are go- people to come row for a cause,” patients afford treatment, ac- ing through the same thing that she said. cording to the organization’s my family went through when I Abu Shanab said she has website. was diagnosed.” also worked on sponsorships “Since LLS was founded in Abu Shanab was nominated with individuals in business and 1949, survival rates for many for the LLS Students of the Year a pharmaceutical company that blood cancers have doubled, campaign last June, and has aims to create new treatments tripled and even quadrupled,” since been responsible for form- for cancer and tumors. Abu Shanab said in a state- ing and leading her fundraising The Mighty Shrimps’ sev- ment. “Forty percent of all new team, The Mighty Shrimps. en-week campaign ends on FDA-approved cancer therapies She shared that the name March 6 at 6 p.m., and the Girl of the Year Photos courtesy of Sarah Abu Shanab were developed to help cure comes from her love of shrimp team is motivated to reach its blood cancer. These revolution- while undergoing treatment. $100,000 goal. ary approaches funded by LLS “People would ask what to “I’ve had a great team who are developing effective treat- bring to the hospital, my parents has been helping me a lot … it’s ments for breast and pancreatic would tell them to bring shrimp,” cool to see the funds come in cancers, rheumatoid arthritis, Abu Shanab said. “To this day I and it’s amazing to see that this and even diabetes.” still love shrimp. When naming small group … is able to raise Abu Shanab said LLS has my team, we wanted to bring an that much money.” Abu Shanab helped save the lives of many, aspect of my treatment and a sil- said to the Post. “It’s a surprise including her own. ly memory from that time.” in the end, so we can’t reveal “When I was 3 and a half She has 12 members on her what we’ve raised, but we’re [years old], I was diagnosed team, from close friends to a well on our way to our goal … with acute lymphoblastic leu- network of individuals from dif- which is super exciting.” kemia,” the Highlands resident ferent cities, including the Bay Abu Shanab, a sophomore at said to the Palisadian-Post. Area and New York, to broaden Pacifica Christian High School, “I went through 26 months of the scope of outreach. said her efforts won’t end here treatment … LLS has been a “I know this is an extreme- or anytime soon. A young Abu Shanab part of our lives since I was di- ly unusual time in our history “I have really enjoyed my- agnosed.” where we are battling a pan- self over these past few weeks, Abu Shanab said her family demic, economic hardship and so I really hope in the future or would participate in LLS’ Light unresolved racial inequity in our in my career I’m able to help the Night, a fundraising walk country” Abu Shanab said in a raise funds [and] support the to raise cancer awareness and statement. “This has affected fight to cure cancer,” she con- money for research. They have LLS and the patients it supports. cluded. been continually more involved. The unfortunate reality is cancer Two years ago Abu Shanab does not take time off. I hope For more information or to was celebrated as the LLS Girl you can join us in this effort so make a donation, visit events.lls. of the Year for the Man and we can be the answer to curing org/calso/lasoy21/fabushanab Woman of the Year campaign, cancer.” or scan the QR code to the right. Frances Abu Shanab Page 10 Palisadian-Post March 4, 2021

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The Newcomers and Friends of Pacific Palisades recently hosted its monthly “Just Coffee” virtual gathering. “The Newcomers and Friends club con- sists of having fun through varied activities, which are organized by volunteers,” according to information shared by the club. “Old-timers and newcomers to the Palisades are equally welcome. It’s an easy, pleasant way to meet other Palisadians and make friends. There are no required meetings to attend and no fundraisers, just interesting programs and events.” Throughout the pandemic, the club has offered online programming, including Just Photo by Ronda Lubka Coffee, book and movie discussions, Duplicate Bridge, Canasta, Scrabble, and more. The Explorers Group will resume visiting places of interest, but for now remains virtual. For membership information, email [email protected].

Las Madrinas presented Dr. Mark Krieger, surgeon-in-chief and director of Neurological Institute, with a contribution to The Las Madrinas Endowment for the Chief of Neurology Chair and the Neurological Institute Epilepsy Program at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles on behalf of the members of the organization during its annual meeting, held virtually on February 10. The group also elected its Board of Directors for 2021, including Ball Chairman Lisa Goldman of Pacific Palisades. “Las Madrinas is grateful for the continued Photos courtesy of Chabad of Pacific Palisades support and generosity of its members, Chabad of Pacific Palisades and Palisades Jewish Early Childhood Center debutante families and friends who allowed hosted a virtual Tu B’Shvat Night-In with Cheeseboard Creations by Tara at the us to make this significant gift despite the end of January in honor of the holiday Tu B’Shvat—the New Year for Trees. Each postponement of the 2020 Las Madrinas Ball participant received a kit with everything they needed to create a cheeseboard that during this unprecedented time,” according to included some of the biblical fruits of Israel, cheese, crackers and kosher wine. Photo courtesy of Las Madrinas a press release from the organization. “We all joined together on Zoom to celebrate the holiday together in a fun, safe and meaningful way,” shared Chabad Program Coordinator Nechama Diskin. SuBSCRiBE NOW! Try it for a month for only $6!

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REEL PALI Pacific Palisades Democratic Palisades Connections Club to Host Virtual to Film and TV ‘Snyder Cut’ of ‘Justice League’ ‘Hot Topics Speaker Series’ By SARAH SHMERLING How Big Money Still Runs Cal- Editor-in-Chief ifornia Politics,” “When Money Talks–The High Price of ‘Free’ Features Palisadian Ben Affleck he Pacific Palisades Demo- Speech and the Selling of Democ- cratic Club will host Derek racy” and “Reality(TM) 2048– By SARAH SHMERLING tice League” by Warner Bros. went TCressman as part of its Hot Topics Watching Big Mother.” Editor-in-Chief through what was described as a Speaker Series on Sunday, March “Derek enjoys spending time “difficult production.” The script 7, via Zoom at 2 p.m. with his wife and two daughters,” ack Snyder’s Justice had gone through sizable changes Cressman, who has testified PPDC shared. “He credits his time League,” the upcoming di- before and during production over in the U.S. Senate, served as an running marathons and mountain- “Zrector’s cut of the 2017 film “Jus- the course of two years. expert in federal litigation and au- eering with building his forti- tice League,” stars Palisadian Ben In May 2017, Snyder stepped thored three books, will speak on tude to tackle obstacles of social Affleck in his role of Batman. down from the film during “Electing the President: The Elec- change. He is an avid woodwork- “Justice League,” which post-production, with Joss toral College Vote and the Nation- er and picks at the banjo when he marked the fifth film in the DC Wheadon taking over, completing al Popular Vote.” needs a break. Extended Universe, is based on the film as an uncredited director. “Author/advocate Derek “Derek grew up in Colora- the DC Comics superhero team, Wheadon oversaw reshoots Cressman will discuss the Nation- do Springs and graduated with following the story of Batman, Photo courtesy of Warner Bros./HBO Max and additional changes—overall al Popular Vote Interstate Com- honors from Williams College in Superman (Henry Cavill), Wonder incorporating a “brighter tone and pact, an agreement among a group 1990 with a degree in political sci- Woman (Gal Gadot), Cyborg (Ray to protect the world from an ap- more humor,” as well as “signifi- of U.S. states and the District of ence.” Fisher), Aquaman (Jason Mamoa) proaching threat of catastrophic cantly” cutting down the run time. Columbia to award all their elec- Derek Cressman The upcoming event will be and The Flash (Ezra Miller). In proportions,” according to a syn- After the movie did not find toral votes to whichever presi- Photo courtesy of PPDC free to attend. Questions can be the film, the Justice League is at- opsis on IMDb. much success in the box office dential candidate wins the overall directed to info@palisadesdemc- tempting to save the world from Affleck’s role of Batman is re- and details surfaced about the popular vote in the 50 states and from 1995-2016 with nonpartisan lub.org; RSVP at palidems.org. the threat of Steppenwolf (Ciarán ported to have been described by film’s production and state before the District of Columbia,” PPDC organizations such as Common Hinds) and his army. Snyder as on a path of redemption, Snyder stepped own, DC Comics shared ahead of the event. “The Cause and the Public Interest Re- “Determined to ensure Super- following feelings of guilt for his fans expressed interest in seeing compact is designed to ensure that search Group,” PPDC continued. man’s ultimate sacrifice was not actions in “Batman v Superman.” an alternate cut of the film that the candidate who receives the “In 2014, Derek Cressman ran in vain, Bruce Wayne (Batman) The film will also feature The- was more aligned with Snyder’s most votes nationwide is elected for California secretary of state. aligns forces with Diana Prince atre Palisades-trained Amy Adams original vision. There was even a president, and it would come into Though he wasn’t elected, the (Wonder Woman) with plans to in the role of Lois Lane. petition circulated and signed by effect only when it would guaran- legislature responded to his cam- recruit a team of metahumans The theatrical release of “Jus- fans and members of the cast and tee that outcome. paign, and the efforts of others, by crew for the release of what was “As of February 2021, it has referring a question to the ballot dubbed the “Snyder Cut.” been adopted by 15 states and the instructing Congress to overturn Create A Home That Warner Bros. moved ahead District of Columbia. These states the Citizens United ruling—the Inspires You Every Day with the director’s cut version have 196 electoral votes, which is central plank of Derek’s campaign starting in February 2020, with 36% of the Electoral College and platform.” Snyder revealing it would be 73% of the 270 votes needed to He has testified before com- We collaborate, educate available via streaming service give the compact legal force.” mittees of the United States Sen- and endeavor to protect HBO Max. Cressman, an olive grower ate, California State Assembly our clients best interest. New material for the cut was and award-winning author, has and Senate, as well as the Califor- reportedly filmed in October 2020. been based in Sacramento since nia Fair Political Practices Com- Call 310.454.1321 The film, rated R, is slated to 2000, according to PPDC. mission, according to PPDC. 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alisadian mother Robin Afra- siabi recently published “Lit- Ptle Luke and the Littlest Labra- doodle,” the second installment of her early age chapter book series. Afrasiabi published the first book in the series, “Little Luke and the Ghoster Coaster,” in 2017 after attending the Marquez Char- ter Elementary School Book Fair with her son. Afrasiabi shared that she felt something was missing from the material available for young boys to read. “There are not a lot of books out there for little boys with a Robin Afrasiabi Photos courtesy of Robin Afrasiabi pure, good and relatable boy protagonist,” Afrasiabi said. they’re not perfect—but they can coaster ride Luke has been crav- Afrasiabi noticed that most of be good.” ing to ride. the young male protagonists in the The story is centered around The first book in the Little early chapter book market exhib- an ambitious 8-year-old protago- Luke series received high praise it naughty and mischievous be- nist, Little Luke, who embarks on from both parents and students. havior. Afrasiabi wanted to stray a seven-day journey to grow one “I had kids and parents com- away from that stereotype. inch before his birthday celebra- ing up to me saying that their kid “Not all boys ages 5 to 8 have tion at Adventure Land in order took their own piggy bank mon- that naughty streak in them,” she to meet the height requirement for ey to go buy the book,” Afrasiabi shared. “They can be good— the Ghoster Coaster—the roller said. “Little Luke and the Ghoster hard to think of how many kids ask sive upfront cost, Afrasiabi took Coaster” even made an appearance their parents for a dog on a regular on various roles in the publishing at the Marquez Book Fair, the very basis.” process, such as acting as her own event which prompted the series. With “Little Luke and the editor and distributor. Afrasiabi Afrasiabi published the sec- Littlest Labradoodle,” Afrasiabi shared she is glad to have endured FICTITIOUS Independent Administration of Estates 699 enchanted way No. 2020177415 Act. (This authority will allow the personal pacific palisades, ca 90272 ond installment of the Little Luke shared that she hopes to convey the hardship of self-publishing, as FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME representative to take many actions This business is conducted by series, “Little Luke and the Littlest an important lesson to the many it allowed her to engage with her STATEMENT without obtaining court approval. Before an Individual The following persons are doing taking certain very important actions, The date registrant commenced to Labradoodle,” in October 2020. young kids who experience the audience more intimately. business as: however, the personal representative will transact business under the ficticious Little Luke, now 8 years old, finds same situation as the protagonist: For Afrasiabi, the most re- friends of the be required to give notice to interested name or names listed above: 01/2021 palisades library persons unless they have waived notice (Signed) tiffany tong himself begging his parents for a “There’s a time for everything and warding aspect of writing and 861 alma real drive or consented to the proposed action.) The tiffany tong dog. Despite his own confidence, there’s an age for everything; just self-publishing her book was pacific palisades, ca 90272 independent administration authority will Owner la county be granted unless an interested person This statement was filed with the Luke’s parents question his abil- enjoy the age you are.” “getting that first-hand feedback ppla files an objection to the petition and shows County Clerk of Los Angeles County ity to take on such a challenging Having previously worked in and being able to see the response P.O. BOX 2 good cause why the court should not on February 10, 2021. pacific palisades, ca 90272 grant the authority. NOTICE—THIS FICTITIOUS NAME endeavor. the publishing business, Afrasiabi from kids.” AI#ON: 0410479 A hearing on the petition will be held in STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS When Luke gets the chance to knew the steps to take in order to Afrasiabi recently started pacific palisades library this court on March 4, 2021 at 8:30 a.m. FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE Association, inc. in Dept. 67. OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A take care of his neighbor’s dog, he successfully self-publish her work. working on a new series intend- 861 alma real drive 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, 90012 NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME sees the opportunity to prove to his Despite her prior knowledge in the ed for a slightly older demo- pacific palisades, ca 90272 Notice of Telephonic Hearing Due to STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR This business is conducted by court closures, you may participate TO THAT DATE. The filing of this state- parents that he is prepared to han- field, Afrasiabi found self-publish- graphic. The story focuses on a Corporation telephonically by scheduling with ment does not of itself authorize the use dle the responsibility of owning a ing more challenging than simply a father-daughter duo who use The date registrant commenced to CourtCall at 1-888-882-6878. Please in this state of a fictitious business name transact business under the ficticious check the court’s website at www.lacourt. in violation of the rights of another under dog of his own. signing a contract with a publish- STEM—Science, Technology, name or names listed above: N/A com for information regarding closure to federal, state or common law (see Sec- “This topic is pretty univer- ing house. Engineering and Mathematics—to (Signed) laura isabelle the public. tion 14400 et seq, Business and smissaert If you object to the granting of the petition, Professions Code). sal,” Afrasiabi said. “It’s not very Along with a more expen- solve mysteries. laura isabelle smissaert you should appear at the hearing and state February 25, March 4, March 11 and President your objections or file written objections March 18, 2021 This statement was filed with the with the court before the hearing. Your County Clerk of Los Angeles County appearance may be in person or by your Palisadian-Post on November 2, 2020. attorney. SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA NOTICE—THIS FICTITIOUS NAME If you are a creditor or a contingent COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS creditor of the decedent, you must file Case No.21SMCP00057 FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE your claim with the court and mail a copy ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A to the personal representative appointed CHANGE OF NAME NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME by the court within the later of either TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR (1) four months from the date of first ROBERT BUTLER TO THAT DATE. The filing of this state- issuance of letters to a general personal filed a petition with this court for a decree ment does not of itself authorize the use representative, as defined in section 58(b) changing name as follows: in this state of a fictitious business name of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 Present Name: in violation of the rights of another under days from the date of mailing or personal najindaporn KAEWSA federal, state or common law (see Sec- delivery to you of a notice under section naphat KAEWSA tion 14400 et seq, Business and 9052 of the California Probate Code. Proposed Name: Professions Code). Other California statutes and legal nia KAEWSA butler February 11, February 18, February 25 authority may affect your rights as a naphat KAEWSA butler and March 4, 2021 creditor. You may want to consult with an THE COURT ORDERS that all persons attorney knowledgeable in California law. interested in this matter appear before NOTICE OF PETITION TO You may examine the file kept by the this court at the hearing indicated below ADMINISTER ESTATE OF court. If you are a person interested in to show cause, if any, why the petition Terry Eldon Clark the estate, you may file with the court a for change of name should not be grant- CASE NO. 19STPB05687 Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) ed. Any person objecting to the name To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, of the filing of an inventory and appraisal change described above must file a contingent creditors, and persons who of estate assets or of any petition or written objection that includes the rea- may otherwise be interested in the will account as provided in Probate Code sons for the objection at least two court or estate, or both, of: Terry Eldon Clark section 1250. A Request for Special days before the matter is scheduled to A Petition for Probate has been Notice form is available from the court be heard and must appear at the hearing filed by BLAINE VAN PATTEN, clerk. to show cause why the petition should INDIVIDUALLY AND AS SOLE Petitioner/Attorney for Petitioner: not be granted. If no written objection SURVIVING GENERAL PARTNER Telephone: 310-783-0035 is timely filed, the court may grant the OF A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP Elnar Wm. Johnson petition without a hearing. RELATING TO 2919 S. HOOVER 22750 Hawthorne Blvd. Suite 222 NOTICE OF HEARING STREET, LOS ANGELES AKA C.V.D. Torrance, CA 90505 Date: April 23, 2021, 8:30 a.m., Dept. K INV.; ALAN SHAUN ROSSBERG AS The address of the court is ATTORNEY-IN-FACT FOR BLAINE February 11, February 18, February 25 1725 Main Street, VAN PATTEN in the Superior Court of and March 4, 2021 Santa Monica, CA 90401 California, County of LOS ANGELES. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall The Petition for Probate requests that FICTITIOUS be published at least once each week for Angelique Friend be appointed as No. 2021036049 four successive weeks prior to the date personal representative to administer FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME set for hearing on the petition in the fol- the estate of the decedent. STATEMENT lowing newspaper of general circulation, The Petition requests the decedent’s The following persons are doing printed in this county: will and codicils, if any, be admitted to business as: PALISADIAN-POST. probate. The will and any codicils are tech by us Dated: February 17, 2021 available for examination in the file kept 699 enchanted way SHERRI R. CARTER by the court. pacific palisades, ca 90272 Executive Officer/Clerk Answers appear elsewhere in the paper. The Petition requests authority to la county March 4, March 11, March 18 and administer the estate under the tiffany tong March 25, 2021 Weekly SUDOKU Crossword Puzzle and Sudoku Answers appear

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OBITUARY In Memoriam Natalie Earnst Englekirk Michael Bourke March 13, 1935 – January 23, 2021 1956-2013

ormer Air Force Lieutenant Natalie Earnst Engle- kirk died January 23 after fighting a courageous Fbattle with COVID-19. She was surrounded by Bob, What though the radiance her husband of nearly 60 years, and much of her fam- which was once so bright ily. She was 85 years old. Be now for ever taken from my sight, Natalie was born in 1935 to Alice Kuck and Wil- liam Earnst in Lima, Ohio. She grew up in Lima and Though nothing can bring back the hour excelled in her studies, in particular math and art. She of splendour in the grass, received a degree in nursing from the Miami Valley of glory in the flower, Hospital School of Nursing in 1956. Natalie was an adventurous young woman, whose biggest dream was We will grieve not, rather find to see the world. After graduating, she joined the Air Strength in what remains behind; Force as a nurse. In the primal sympathy She was stationed at the Torrejon Air Force Base in Spain, where she met Bob who was also serving in Which having been must ever be; the Air Force. They married in 1961. In the soothing thoughts that spring In the mid-1960s they settled in Pacific Palisades where they raised their three children. Natalie was a Out of human suffering; gregarious lady who was involved in many activi- In the faith that looks through the death, ties—bridge, golf, tennis, a stock group, swimming, In years that bring the philosophic mind. yoga, Pilates, charity work, museums and for one year, even karate. She served on the LACMA advisory —William Wordsworth board, the Pacific Palisades Art Council and was active 1970’s edition of the book “Sugar Busters for Kids”: in the Westside Guild Children’s Hospital charity. it was the last book she ever heard. Together with Bob the family began what was a An artist since childhood, she became serious long history of traveling together to exotic places, vis- about painting in the 1970s and soon became adept iting well over 125 countries during her lifetime. She at putting family experiences on canvas, as well as her and Bob were not just world travelers, but parents of personal reflections of the beauty of the world. She ex- the world, as they hosted several foreign students and hibited her work in Pacific Palisades and Palm Springs sponsored a number of immigrants seeking asylum in on several occasions. She also illustrated a number the United States, including an engineer and his family of Bob’s publications, from travel books to novels. from Romania in the early 1980s and recently a young Throughout her artistic career, she was constantly female engineer from China. evolving her style by taking painting workshops in Natalie was an incredible hostess for the many many places. She was always anxious to learn more. large gatherings held by the couple. She had a gift of She is survived by her husband, Bob, sons Doug involving everyone, particularly family, in the enter- (Dana) of Zephyr Cove, Nevada; Mark (DeeDee) of taining chores, especially the cooking. A good cook Littleton, Colorado; and Ryan of Rancho Mirage, in her own right, she encouraged others to share their California; as well as her sister, Billie Jean of For- talents in her kitchen, though she was playfully banned est Grove, Oregon, and her six grandchildren and six from helping with the Thanksgiving meal after being great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and one very caught putting only a teaspoon of butter and nonfat special and infamous grandkitty (Wendell). milk in the mashed potatoes. Never one for somber events, a large party and She was known for her eccentric diets, a dedica- celebration of Natalie’s life will be held when condition to nutrition and exercise, and the abstinence of tions are safer. In lieu of flowers, the family requests sugar in her house, something her children and grand- that you wear masks, wash your hands and practice children delightfully bemoaned and teased her about pandemic common sense … though my dad says, up to the day she passed. As a tribute it seemed only “wine and tequila age better than flowers” and are fitting that her grandson read to her from a well-worn always welcome.

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By STEVE GALLUZZO Sports Editor

sked to describe his literary technique, Palisadian Ron ABarak called himself a “pantser”—that is, he writes by the seat of his pants and goes wherever his characters take him. Not a proponent of outlines— he would probably be afflicted with writer’s block—he said that he is always pushing the enve- lope. He wants to make every fic- tional piece he creates better than his last. Has he succeeded? Well, in the case of his timely new book, “JK’s Code,” Barak is content to let the glowingly positive reviews speak for him. A gripping novel about election fraud and the technology behind it, “JK’s Code” is 448 pages in length, and a cross between an Agatha Christie whodunit and a The author Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer Lee Childs thriller. “I started out wanting to write All-Around Gymnastics Cham- creative juices on fire. You can room to improve, to be better, to a story about cyber currency and pionships as a senior at USC and talk to the wife (also affectionate- try harder.” the dark web, but after purchasing competed in eight events that ly known as Goose), but you have He said the he also writes for an anonymous laptop computer summer at the Tokyo Olympics. to take anything she says with a readers who want to read a good and visiting and interacting with He later attended law school and grain of salt or, as she would put story, to be entertained and to be various dark web characters, it oc- became a local real estate attorney it, with a spoonful of sugar.” encouraged to think a little. curred to me that with everything and experienced courtroom law- Barak’s extensive legal back- “Of course, it’d be nice to re- going on regarding 2020 politics yer. ground and insight allow him to coup the cost of publishing and in general and the 2020 election in He grew up in West LA and mix his fiction and today’s polit- promoting what I write,” he con- particular, a novel about election went to Hamilton High, where he ical reality. One question Barak tinued, “but the real reason is I fraud would be far more timely The book Photo courtesy of Ronald Barak met his wife Barbie. They have been gets asked quite a bit is what in- love to connect with people, to and interesting,” Barak explained. married 56 years and live in Castel- spires him to write, and the 20- engage, to interact. In my opinion, “‘JK’s Code’ is a figment of my ters around 20-year-old comput- comes with a price. lammare with their British shorthair year Palisadian said that he never a tree that falls in the forest with- imagination. Any resemblance er genius Jake Klein (known to “All of the Brooks/Lotello cat Maccabee and their Havanese tires of answering it. out anyone to hear it doesn’t make between any of the characters and his friends as JK), who drops out novels relate to timely politi- puppy Ryder. They have two adult “I write because it forces any noise. A writer without read- real-world figures is a figment of of college to pursue fortune and cal and legal issues in the Unit- children, Jennifer and Mark, and me to think—a lot,” he shared. ers isn’t a writer. I want to make your imagination and is purely co- fame in the field of cybersecurity. ed States,” Barak explained. “In four grandchildren: Quinn, Madi- “I might not otherwise think so noise.” incidental.” Discovering and upending a con- ‘JK’s Code’ I’ve done my best to son, Oliver and Peyton. much. That’s scary. At least to me Released in mid-December by “JK’s Code” is the fourth in spiracy between the presidents of make the focus on the social and Can readers expect another it is.” Gander House Publishers, “JK’s Barak’s popular Brooks/Lotel- Russia and America to manipulate political issues of 2020. To be Brooks/Lotello novel in the fu- Barak said that he feels writ- Code” is now available on Am- lo series, which started on a dare the results of the 2020 U.S. pressure, these issues began before ture? ing makes him the best person he azon in hardbound, paperback, from some friends with “The idential election, JK finds himself 2020 and, unfortunately, they’ll “Yes, but I haven’t figured can be. Kindle or audiobook format. To Amendment Killer” (2017), fol- in a deadly game of cat and mouse likely continue well beyond 2020. out what it is yet,” Barak admit- “It makes me grow, just hope- learn more about the author or lowed by a prequel novel “The with the heads of state of two of As for the main character, Jake ted. “That’s one advantage of be- fully not in my waist,” he joked. “I sign up to read his blogs, vis- Puppet Master” (2018) and then a the world’s most powerful coun- Klein is slightly younger and ing a pantser. I just start writing may not be the smartest person on it Barak’s website ronaldsbarak. sequel “Payback” (2020). tries. In the process he learns that slightly braver than I am.” whenever something in the news the planet. Obviously, I’m not, but com, Twitter: @RonBarakAuthor The suspense-filled plot cen- revealing the truth to the world Barak won the 1964 NCAA catches my interest and lights my second isn’t bad. It means I have or Instagram @RonBarakAuthor. COVID-19 Vaccination Information

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