By Mary O’KEEFE On Saturday, the community will have the chance to thank veterans for their military service at Two Strike Park as part of an annual recognition ceremony. The celebration – one of several planned for the Southland – will begin at 3 p.m. and last about an hour. It will open with Crescenta […]
“When the trees their summer splendor Change to raiment red and gold, When the summer moon turns mellow, And the nights are getting cold; Then we know that it is autumn, Loveliest season of the year.” ~ Carol L. Riser, “Autumn” November in Southern California lacks a common definition. Try to find a quotation, saying […]
By Mary O’KEEFE The Foothill (210) Freeway construction continues and, beginning Nov. 13, another much-used exit will be affected. According to Caltrans, the Ocean View Boulevard on-ramp to the eastbound 210 will be closed from 30 days – best case scenario – to 45 days – worst case scenario. “We will be paving the roads […]
Oct. 6, 1922 – Oct. 17, 2017 Verna Bates passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 17 at her home. She lived in the Crescenta Valley since 1950 and relocated here from Michigan with her husband, Harley Bates, who preceded her in death on Jan. 26, 2013. They were married in Tyler, Texas while Harley was still […]
John Sparr Tavern Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting The wait is over. The John Sparr Tavern will be having an official ribbon cutting and grand opening event, complete with hors d’oeuvres, food bites and a champagne toast to celebrate, on Wednesday, Nov. 15 starting at 6 p.m. The grand opening festivities start the week […]
The Chamber’s Halloween Fun Run last week was just that… fun! The weather was gorgeous as close to 300 people lined up at Two Strike Park for the 5K run-walk along the La Crescenta foothills. Principals from local schools were there, some in silly costumes, to run alongside the many students who signed up. We’ll […]
The majestic Abbott & Sieker pipe organ at La Crescenta Presbyterian Church will take the spotlight during a free recital on Friday, Nov. 3 at 7 p.m. The community is invited to hear the works of Bach, Liszt and other masters performed on the towering organ as well as on piano and trombone. LCPC organist […]
La Cañada Presbyterian Church Parent Education kicked off its 39th year at its annual board/staff retreat at Linda Fults’ home in Newport Beach. The retreat, led by director Anne Bierling, brought together the staff, volunteer board, and Ministry Support Team to plan for the year ahead, using Psalm 34: 4 – 5: “I sought the […]
This Week at LCIF All are invited to Lutheran Church in the Foothills on Sunday, Nov. 5 at 10 a.m. to begin a new series of sermons and activities in anticipation of Advent. Pastor Scott Peterson will preach on the topic of “Halo Checkup.” All are invited for coffee and donuts in the Fellowship Hall […]
SQUARE DANCING CLASSES CONTINUE Come learn America’s heritage folk dance – square dancing. A beginner’s class continues on Thursday nights at 7:30 p.m. at St. George’s Episcopal Church, 808 Foothill Blvd, La Cañada. First two classes are free. Meet new people while getting some exercise. Four-to-five thousand steps per class/dance! Call Connie at (818) 353-4901 […]