“In school, I could hear the leaves rustle and go on a journey.” ~ Clint Eastwood Oct. 9 was Walk to School Day. Remember when every day was walk to school day? A special occasion – a birthday or a broken leg – might provide a “ride to school day.” Weather might get you an […]
The Crazy Days of … Fall You remember that song, “The Lazy, Crazy, Hazy Days of Summer?” The one that ends, “You’ll wish that summer could always be here.” I don’t know about you, but last week it seemed that summer would always be here. First the Santa Ana winds, as predicted, ripped through town […]
By Jason KUROSU The impending closure of the Twelve Oaks Retirement Lodge has become a topic of controversy among local residents, resulting most recently in a public protest against the group selling the property. The Montrose/Verdugo City/Sparr Heights Neighborhood Association’s annual meeting took place on the night following the protest. Emotions were mixed, with satisfaction […]
By Mary O’KEEFE On Monday night, Crescenta Valley High School hosted a college information night for students and parents. Representatives from Glendale Community College, California State University, Los Angeles, University of California, Riverside and Occidental College spoke to the audience, presenting information on what students need to be prepared for college, whether they are applying […]
Mad and sad – these vets get ready to move on. By Brandon HENSLEY Soon, there won’t be any more vinegar to worry about. Sure, the four men who sat at one of the window tables in the Twelve Oaks dining hall solved that problem not too long ago. According to Jim Davidson, the bottle […]
Cars, Food, Entertainment at Toyota Bob Smith Toyota, together with the Crescenta Valley Chamber of Commerce and Early Rodders Car Club, invites the community to join them as they celebrate 20 years in La Crescenta. Cruise (by foot) through the classic car and hot rod displays, enjoy live entertainment and relish free hot dogs and […]
SQUARE DANCE CLUB NEW SEASON The Sets in Step Square Dance Club is sponsoring a new beginners’ class for beginners or those who want to refresh their dancing. It is from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Community Center of La Cañada Flintridge. The first class is free. John Hyde is caller. Refreshments are […]
By Michael J. ARVIZU On a beautiful and bright sunny morning at St. Luke’s of the Mountains Episcopal Church in La Crescenta, the 10 a.m. service ended up going to the cats and dogs (and one parakeet) as the church held its fourth annual Blessing of the Animals in celebration of the feast day of […]
Groundbreaking at First Baptist First Baptist Church at La Crescenta is holding a groundbreaking ceremony for its new courtyard on Sunday, Oct. 13 at noon. This special event celebrates an idea that is being brought to fruition after having been talked about for the last 30 years. Construction is due to begin on Oct. 21. […]
Fall is one of our favorite seasons of the year! The Montrose Shopping Park merchants are setting the stage so you can experience the joys of shopping in the best original outdoor center in L.A. Who else has over 150 “one-of-a-kind” shops, salons, spas and cafes encompassing three blocks? Our winding streets are full of […]