Here are some of the shows you can catch in our local theatres this month: “Infidel” When an American anthropologist is kidnapped in Baghdad by seemingly ruthless fundamentalists, an exchange of ideas with his captors evolves into a spiritual quest for the meaning of faith. Written and directed by Christopher Vened, it runs Sept. 1 […]
By Charly SHELTON On June 21, 1996, Jurassic Park – the Ride opened with much pomp and circumstance. Steven Spielberg and Jeff Goldblum were on hand to light the torches that burn on the gateway, fans crowded around outside and the ride started welcoming guests on its river adventure. For 22 years the Jurassic Park […]
The Glendale Historical Society (TGHS) has elected long-time Glendale resident Steve Hunt to be its president for the 2018-19 year. Hunt, who served as treasurer for the past two years, replaces Greg Grammer, who stepped down as president after seven years. Joining Hunt as TGHS officers for 2018-19 are Catherine Jurca, vice president, Preservation Advocacy; […]
By Susan JAMES Marie Josephe Rose Tascher de La Pagerie de Beauharnais de Bonaparte, known to history as Napoleon’s Empress Josephine, was a woman who defined an age. Where she led, fashion followed. Known for her élan, her beauty and her extravagance, she was arguably the founder of the French fashion industry and the originator […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Last week Congressman Adam Schiff visited Daily High School in Glendale. To prepare for the Congressman’s visit, over 50% of the students submitted questions they wanted the congressman to address. The questions were reviewed and several students were chosen to be the ones who asked Schiff their questions. The topics ranged from […]
By Lori BODNAR, intern Most local elementary schools and Crescenta Valley High School (CVHS) have already hosted their annual Back-to-School Nights. Rosemont Middle School will hold its Back to School Night from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on tonight, Sept. 6. La Crescenta Elementary and Valley View Elementary will have Back to School Nights on […]
CV’s First Inhabitants – What Did They Look Like? I’ve been writing about the Tongva people and their likely village in the Crescenta Valley, the village of Wiqangna (Wi-Kong-Na). Imagine a group of Wiqangna villagers chattering cheerfully as they walked down the dusty trail that is today Honolulu Avenue, heading east to visit their […]
How Full is Your Cup? Have you ever been sitting in a meeting and one of the attendees indignantly complains about an issue saying, “Someone should do something about this” but when asked if they could help with the problem, they have 101 excuses why they can’t? Fortunately for the rest of us, there are […]
Note of Appreciation Dear citizens of the Crescenta Valley, On behalf of my family, I would like to thank you all for being the most compassionate, considerate and authentic people with whom we have ever met. During the month of July and part of August, my family and I were stationed at Verdugo Hills […]
Sport Clips Hello, Crescenta Valley Weekly readers! Matt Allen, executive director of the CV Chamber of Commerce, here. I want to begin this month by taking some time to shine a spotlight on a local business and the wonderful couple behind it. Sport Clips is located at 890 Town Center Drive in unit A […]