“I hear the wind among the trees, playing the celestial symphonies; I see the branches downward bent, like keys of some great instrument.” ~ Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Weather in the Foothills two weeks ago questioned the nature of wind. To recap, I pondered, “So is wind good or bad? On one hand it’s […]
That Time of the Year As most of you know, I sit on the board of the Crescenta Valley Chamber of Commerce. On Wednesday morning at our monthly meeting, our board members did a quick review of how the calendar is shaping up for the holiday season. All I can say is holy moly! […]
Nov. 18, 2019 Nina Benedik Thomas died peacefully at home on Monday, Nov. 18 surrounded by her family. She had been living with cancer for over five years and had continued to live an inspiringly active and satisfying life throughout. She loved her family, yoga, gardening and the wilderness and was an avid skier and […]
In addition to claiming the CIF championship title, the CV High School Falcons varsity football team has been named the grand marshals of this Saturday’s Montrose Christmas Parade.
By Vincent PAGE The CVHS football team made history on Friday completing their second 14-0 season, capped off by their CIF title win over Simi Valley High School by a final score of 19-16. The game was straight out of a movie with rain falling throughout the game and temperatures dipping into the low 40s. […]
By Susan JAMES Just an hour’s flight from LA lies the small town of Gilbert, Arizona. Hiding in plain sight only 20 miles southwest of Phoenix, this desert gem is the family getaway/weekend escape you’ve been looking for. And don’t be fooled by its size; Gilbert offers cutting edge attractions. There’s live music everywhere, from […]
By Charly SHELTON Last weekend, Los Angeles Magazine hosted its first ever Baby and Beyond Expo in LA at the Skirball Cultural Center. This gathering gave parents – both new and veteran – the chance to see what resources are available for kids of any age. From nursing clothes and spit-up blankets to organic baby […]
McGroarty Arts Center is presenting the 17th Annual Chili Bowl Fest and Holiday Art & Craft Faire over the weekend of Dec. 7-8. This year’s event will be expansive, offering the handmade creations of 35 local artisans within the historic McGroarty Arts Center and throughout the upper parking lot. Live music will be provided by […]
CV Weekly Publisher Robin Goldsworthy of course brought along the Crescenta Valley Weekly when she and her husband Steve traveled to Australia. Shown with Steve and Robin are Joy McGrath with sheepdog Sophie, Bruce McGrath, Julie McGrath Schofield (holding her son Joshua) and Cheryl McGrath. CV Weekly loves to travel! Take us along on your […]