“The wind outside nested in each tree, prowled the sidewalks in invisible tread like unseen cats. Anyone could see that the wind was a special wind this night, and the darkness took on a special feel because it was All Hallows’ Eve. Everything seemed cut from soft black velvet…” Ray Bradbury, The Halloween Tree Last […]
Renewing – or Refreshing – Friendships I am a firm believer that people are put in your life for “a reason, a season or for life.” Last weekend I had the chance to revisit some friendships that had changed over the years either due to the passage of time or change in circumstances. On Saturday […]
Here is the paper for Thursday, October 31, 2013. Check back every Friday to get your copy on your computer, Smartphone, eReader or tablet to take with you on-the-go! If it works or doesn’t work on your device, let us know and we can make a note of it to improve the experience, or if […]
By Mary O’KEEFE and Charly SHELTON On Saturday, authors Mike Lawler and Gary Keyes spoke to a packed house at the La Crescenta Library about their latest book, “Murder and Mayhem in the Crescenta Valley.” Although CV is a bedroom community with a “Mayberry” personality, it also has a dark side – so dark in […]
By Susan JAMES It’s always tricky bringing real events to the screen. Even good movies like Ben Affleck’s 2012 “Argo” can veer toward making one side into the good guys and everyone else into the screaming hoards of evil. Director Paul Greengrass’ new film “Captain Phillips” doesn’t make that mistake. Based on the true story […]
By Michael YEGHIAYAN The mystique of Hollywood’s fabled “Golden Age” can be traced to its celebrities – the elegant and alluring stars who ruled the screen and came to epitomize 20th century Los Angeles. Standing among these giants of the era was Loretta Young, whose grace and presence left a legacy that set the standard […]
By Charly SHELTON Fifty years ago, the world was introduced to two icons, both of which would quickly become household names: the film, “It’s A Mad Mad Mad Mad World” and the Cinerama Dome. The first film ever shown in the Dome as well as the first premiere, “It’s A Mad Mad Mad Mad World” […]
Spooktacular! Then Blink! It’s Christmas! Tonight is the night! It’s a family-friendly Halloween party in the Montrose Shopping Park! Join us for our annual Halloween Spooktacular! This is such a fun time for all when the merchants hand out candy to costumed children under the age of 12. You’ll find parents, neighbors and relatives sharing […]
It’s almost that time of the year: the 82nd Hollywood Christmas Parade, benefiting Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, is coming to the streets of Hollywood on Sunday, Dec. 1. The festivities begin at 5 p.m. with a pre-show, followed by the parade commencing at 6 p.m. This is one of the few times in the […]
Recognizing the Best in Crescenta Valley – Part II Every year, the Crescenta Valley Chamber of Commerce recognizes men, women, businesses, public servicemen, students, educators and organizations, etc., that contribute to the betterment of our community. That time of the year is upon us! These remarkable members of our community have been visited and […]