By Ted AYALA The Pasadena Symphony Orchestra’s concert on Saturday afternoon marked not only the end of its 2012-13 season, it was also the final chapter in a brief, and sometimes turbulent, period in the orchestra’s history that was triggered in May 2010 by the unexpected dismissal of Jorge Mester. Mester had been the orchestra’s […]
By Charly SHELTON There is something special about seeing a movie on the big screen. It brings back memories of going to the movies with your parents and friends, seeing the now classic films in their heyday when they were new. Nobody expected “Pirates of the Caribbean” to be such a success. In fact, they […]
» Video Game Review By Michael WORKMAN “Bring us the girl, wipe away the debt.” Gamers will be hearing this line in their sleep for a long time now that Irrational Games “BioShock Infinite” has been released. Players take on the role of Booker DeWitt, an ex-Pinkerton agent that must find a mysterious girl to […]
By Ted AYALA Youth, specifically the seemingly carefree days of childhood, have long been a source of inspiration for artists across the centuries. There would scarcely be room in this entire paper to list all the composers who have sought to evoke the freshness and wonder of childhood in their music. Of these, Robert Schumann, […]
The Verdugo Hills Hospital (VHH) Foundation successfully celebrated its annual bingo luncheon event in March organized by the Women’s Council, which raised nearly $3,200 for VHH. Attendees enjoyed festive decorations and friend-raising as well as fundraising. There were 20 lucky bingo winners over the course of the afternoon and a surprise bagpipe performance by Dr. […]
By Michael YEGHIAYAN The Glendale Youth Alliance celebrated its 20th anniversary with a luncheon and award ceremony at Mandaloun Restaurant in downtown Glendale on April 17. In front of a number of government representatives and prominent members of the community, the organization recognized outstanding individuals and corporations while celebrating its growth and achievements. Dedicated to […]
Crescenta Valley Sheriff’s Station volunteers and reserves were honored for their service at the 51st annual recognition dinner held on April 16 at the Brookside Country Club. CV Station Capt. Dave Silversparre emceed the event, welcoming a room filled to capacity with those eager to pay homage to the volunteers, many who give hundreds of […]
By Misty DUPLESSIS On Sunday, a kickoff fundraiser benefitting the Elliott Institute was held at one of Descanso Gardens’ most important garden, the Harvest Garden. Artist and avid Elliott Institute supporter Mary McGinnis organized the school’s first art gallery, appropriately called “Art in the Garden,” inviting nearly one dozen artists to display their work. An […]
Recently, Kim Kimsey, a loan officer with Surety/Assurance Mortgage, chose a unique way to be of benefit to her clients. For Kimsey, her clients are the agents in her Dilbeck offices. A number of those agents shared that they needed help with how to do certain tasks. Kimsey approached Jennie Manders, a top producing agent […]
The final Kiwanis Travelogue of the season has Asian flair. Saturday, May 11 is the last Kiwanis Travelogue of the fall 2012/spring 2013 season and is highlighted by an exciting exploration of two diverse countries, Vietnam and Cambodia. Presented by filmmakers Clint and Sue Denn, this promises to be a spectacular trip along the Mekong […]