SPIRITUALLY SPEAKING

Question: During these times of great division and polarization I would love some ideas on activities I can do spiritually to connect with my community. I feel like we’ve been through and are going through so much. I feel like trying to find ways to help others and support a healthy positive relationship with our community might […]

NOTES & NODS

LCIF Welcomes Community Lutheran Church in the Foothills reminds the community of its weekly Soup Suppers, held each Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the church’s fellowship hall. Guests can enjoy a hearty bowl of homemade soup, accompanied by fresh bread and dessert. At 7 p.m. all are invited to join Pastor Rick Hall for a […]

GUEST COLUMN <<< LORIEN STICE-LAWRENCE

What is the Difference Between a Public School and a Private School? At a recent Glendale City Council meeting, Mayor Elen Asatryan expressed the opinion that Chamlian Armenian School, located on Lowell Avenue in La Crescenta, is a public school. The topic of discussion was an appeal of the school’s use variance, which allows it […]

Applauds Glendale City Council

For over 40 years, Chamlian Armenian School has been an essential institution in our community, providing high-quality education and shaping generations of students. The school has made substantial financial investments in its facilities, including the construction of permanent buildings, infrastructure improvements and renovations – all in reliance on the city’s longstanding recognition of its right […]

VIEW OF THE VERDUGOS <<< CRAIG DURST

VIEW OF THE VERDUGOS <<< CRAIG DURST

The Life and Reincarnation of Tujunga’s First Store Herman paced about his small stone home at 9934 Tujunga Canyon Blvd. He had a decision to make. The next day –  Saturday, Feb. 11, 1922 – he signed the papers required to purchase the property owned by the Little Landers Cooperative Store at the southwest corner […]

Flavors of the World at Girl Scout Tasting Bee

By Lori BODNAR The community is invited to experience culinary tastes while learning about different cultures around the world at the 39th annual Girl Scout Tasting Bee on Sunday, April 6. The Tasting Bee will be at the Montrose Program Center at 2732 Montrose Ave. in Montrose from 1-4 p.m. Girl Scouts will have booths […]

ALFie Company Celebrates Performance of Disney’s ‘Aladdin JR.’

ALFie Company Celebrates Performance of Disney’s ‘Aladdin JR.’

  Twenty-five young actors in grades five through eight brightened the Lanterman Auditorium stage on March 14 with the Assistance League of Flintridge ALFie Company production of Disney’s “Aladdin JR.” Charming costumes and a colorful set design brought this coming-of-age adventure story to life. Popular songs, like “A Whole New World” and “Friend Like Me,” […]

Scouting America and USA Triathlon Partner to Launch New Multisport Badge

Scouting America and USA Triathlon Partner to Launch New  Multisport Badge

Scouting America, in partnership with USA Triathlon, announced the launch of a new multisport merit badge designed to recognize and celebrate the achievements of Scouts who learn about physical endurance activities and lifestyle. The multisport merit badge can create a fun and accessible entry point for Scouts to try out a new recreational or vocational […]

LACO Caps Chamber Series with Works by Women Composers

The final program on LACO’s popular Chamber Series curated by concertmaster and director of chamber music Margaret Batjer features lauded contributions to chamber music by women composers on Saturday, April 5 at 7:30 p.m. at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills, and Sunday, April 6 at 7:30 p.m. at The Huntington’s […]