By Julie BUTCHER There have been world-class ceramics created at the Community Center of La Cañada Flintridge for as long as anyone can remember. This week, the center’s ceramics director Miriam Balcazar was delighted at the arrival of a large, shiny, brand-new kiln for the studio, and she is excited to see the youngest students […]
La Cañada Presbyterian Church’s Parent Education Program announced a new program coming this fall … Parent Express for Parents of Tweens (fifth through eighth graders). This class, taught by seasoned instructor Paige Dunbar, will provide a month-long opportunity for parents who cannot attend daytime classes to participate in parent ed. Tween classes feature large and […]
Troop 319 sent two crews to Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron, New Mexico from July 9-July 24. The troop participates in this high adventure trek every other summer. Scouts must be experienced backpackers to hike a grand total of 113 miles in 11 days. They carry their food and water and the essentials for survival […]
Montrose Search and Rescue – Modern Cellphone Rescues Last week I told the story of one of the first cellphone calls for help by a lost hiker – circa 1991. I checked in with current MSAR member Steve Goldsworthy to find out the state of rescue technology in the field of cellphones. Steve is […]
Glendale City Councilmember Paula Devine and her husband Art joined us for the Crescenta Valley Community Association meeting on Thursday. We are very pleased that they took the time to learn more about the issues important to the residents of the Crescenta Valley. We discussed California Senate Bill 649, currently being considered in Sacramento, which […]
By Megan MELNYK The people of Sunland and the surrounding areas were in for a sweet treat this past weekend with the continuation of a long-standing tradition. The 55th Annual California Watermelon Festival, which was held at the Hansen Dam Soccer Complex, brought many smiles and sticky fingers to attendees who celebrated the historic crop […]
Ask Phyllis! Multiple Offer Snafu Dear Phyllis, I enjoy reading your question and answers. My son and daughter-in-law have been looking at homes for two months. It’s been difficult for them, because most of the homes are snapped up quickly. They just lost a home they loved and we are all still confused. This is […]
Carleton College awarded a Bachelor of Arts degree to 505 graduating members of the Class of 2017 on June 10 at its 143rd commencement ceremony. Zachary Montes of La Crescenta graduated with a BA in cognitive science. Montes is the child of Raul and Laurie Montes of La Crescenta. Ryan Schloessmann of Glendale (91208) graduated […]
On July 20, The Marcia Ray Breastlink Women’s Imaging Center at Dignity Health Glendale Memorial Hospital held a special open house to introduce the Center to the local medical community. The Center is dedicated to helping women with their breast health concerns and is designated as a Breast Center of Excellence by the American College […]
In July, Montrose Travel held its annual summer awards party and “snowpalooza” event in the parking lot at of Montrose Travel at 2349 Honolulu Ave. Now part of the global travel conglomerate Corporate Travel Management, 2017 marks the second year that Montrose Travel has combined the two popular company events resulting in an even larger […]