A Deeper History of the La Crescenta Elementary School Bell A couple of years ago I wrote about the resurrection of the big school bell that is mounted in front of La Crescenta Elementary School. It had been hung in the original one room schoolhouse in 1888 and then was transferred to a newer larger […]
In any community there are many events that go unnoticed. They are part of the mosaic that makes up neighborhoods, schools and places of worship. Such an event took place in Glendale when the Armenian Family Saturday School presented its annual Mother’s Day program. This is the school’s 40th year and the event celebrated four […]
Chuck and Valerie Andrew of Glendale, still cruising Route 66 in Santa Rosa, New Mexico, on their way to meet their new granddaughter. “We’re loving the good food and low gas prices,” Valerie said. CV Weekly loves to travel! Take us along on your next trip and send us a photo. You may find yourselves […]
Killing it with Kindness Have you ever heard these words, “Always be kinder than necessary because everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle?” They are so true. Almost every person I know has a struggle of some kind whether it is a financial situation, medical condition or grief. The truth is, unless […]
By Lori BODNAR, intern With summer just around the corner, many parents might be looking for interesting summer camps for their children to attend. The Girl Scout Twilight Camp is a local one that is fun-filled and offers experiential-learning. Held at Crescenta Valley Park, 3901 Dunsmore Ave., the camp runs from 3 p.m. to 8 […]
Treasures waiting to be found at the Crescenta Valley High School Guard Rummage Sale on Saturday, June 8 from 7a.m. to 1 p.m. This giant sale will be held in the parking lot outside the Crescenta Valley High School music rooms in the 4400 block of Ramsdell Avenue. All proceeds go toward the purchase of […]
CRISTINA PEREZ GUEST SPEAKER AT KIWANIS All are invited to the Friday, June 7 lunch meeting of the Glendale Kiwanis when guest speaker Cristina Perez makes a presentation. Guests are welcome at the lunch meeting. The cost to attend, which includes lunch, is $15. Meeting starts at noon. The Club meets Friday afternoons at the […]
Golfing for Scholarships and Bingo for Fireworks Hello, CV Weekly readers! We are excited to announce our upcoming June business mixer at Scholl Canyon Golf Course, 3800 E. Glenoaks Blvd., Glendale on Thursday, June 13 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Don’t forget your clubs! Your entry will include a free bucket of range balls […]
Shining a Light On … Nicole Pecina Shahar We would like to introduce Nicole Pecina Shahar to the community. Nicole will be spotlighting the culinary scene in the foothills in partnership with the Montrose~Verdugo City Chamber of Commerce. She will be showcasing the businesses of the MVCC through social media. With her MVCC nametag, a […]