“Snowflakes are one of nature’s most fragile things, but just look what they can do when they stick together.” ~ Vista M. Kelly A deadly nor’easter is bringing howling winds, drenching rain, heavy snow and powerful waves to much of the East Coast. Winter arrived as scheduled to the Midwestern and eastern states, but here […]
Pencil Me In Trying to schedule something on our community calendar is a dance to be sure. The first part of the year is typically busy and 2018 is no exception. I was honored to attend a grand gala in January for Ascencia, which works to lift people out of homelessness, and on Friday […]
The warmer months present an excellent opportunity to get outdoors and spruce up a home’s exterior. But for those who have limited time and resources, it’s important to prioritize the focus of their efforts. For guidance, consider Remodeling Magazine’s 2018 Cost vs. Value Report, which shows that not all remodeling projects are equal. Here are […]
To Be of Service That is not just a statement, but truly words with action from Julie Kay Stallcup, Melissa Gerard and the entire team of Revolution Dance Center. On Sunday, March 3, on behalf of the Montrose~Verdugo City Chamber of Commerce, I was honored to participate as a speaker, along with Jeannie Bone […]
Mixin’ It Up Everyone has a different name for business mixers. Commonly known as an after-hours business mixer, these short but sweet events have much to offer. The Chamber’s mixers create an opportunity for members and non-members to mingle and build business relationships in an informal, relaxed business setting. We promote mixers in several […]
By Charly SHELTON For many, organized religion is daunting. Whether raised as part of a church/synagogue/mosque and then separating from it later in life, or trying to break into the scene for the first time, there are a lot of challenges and intimidating social conventions that must be confronted, especially when one is trying to […]
Rummage, Craft & Collectibles Sale Rescheduled The rummage, craft and collectibles sale at Center for Spiritual Living has been rescheduled to Saturday, March 10 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Center for Spiritual Living. Center for Spiritual Living, 4845 Dunsmore Ave., La Crescenta Make St. Bede’s Annual St. Joseph’s Table A Success […]
By Charly SHELTON As a travel writer, I’ve seen a lot of different locales and experienced vacations in many different ways. The laid back, pampered opulence of California’s central coast, the hustle and bustle of big cities like London, the countryside hospitality of Donegal, the unbroken movement and friendly faces along Route 66, the adventure […]
By Susan JAMES Disney’s next great fantasy adventure, “A Wrinkle in Time,” is being released on the heels of its Marvel blockbuster “Black Panther.” Like its boffo box office predecessor, the film is gorgeous to look at but, unlike the important cultural shift signaled by “Black Panther,” beneath this movie’s scenery there isn’t much there. […]
In February, Lincoln Elementary School hosted its annual Science Exhibition and Science Fair. Every year the Science Fair grows in size as the number of students who voluntarily enter an experiment increases (only for sixth graders is it mandatory to enter an experiment). Last year there was a record 183 students participating! Though many may […]