Advice from local veterinarians to keep your pets safe and happy. This week, advice from Dr. Kym Mitchell As spring begins people everywhere seem to be outside taking advantage of the beautiful weather. However, it’s important to note that we aren’t the only ones venturing out to enjoy the warm, spring sun. April through October […]
Stories From Mom
My mother Roma Gibson was born in 1935 and grew up in the Pico-Robertson area on Los Angeles’ Westside. This is one of her stories. The Man with the Monocle Roma lived with her mother in a rented house at 8854 Alcott St., in a fairly quiet, residential neighborhood just a few blocks south of […]
Pasadena Symphony Ends 2010-2011 with High Romantic Flourish
By Ted AYALA The music of Sergei Rachmaninoff and Franz Liszt: two more sure-fire crowd pleasing composers could scarcely be found. Rachmaninoff’s luscious melodies and Liszt’s glittery virtuosity have been packing houses again and again since the lifetimes of both composers – and look certain to continue doing so well beyond our own lifetimes. No […]
Timur and the Dime Museum: Blurring Musical Boundaries on the Road and Bringing It Back Home
By Ted AYALA Glendale resident Timur Bekbosunov, founder and leader of the Dime Museum band, is a busy man these days. Criss-crossing not only musical paths but also national boundaries, Bekbosunov has been hard at work engaged in various musical ventures. The high demand for his work serves as a testament to the quality of […]
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LAUGH YOU’RE A$$ OFF AT ALEX Dana Carvey, Billy Gardell, Kevin Nealon and Christopher Titus headline “Laugh You’re A$$ Off, Save The World,” an evening of hilarious and clean comedy benefiting abused and at-risk children at Olive Crest, on Saturday, May 7 at 8 p.m. at the Alex Theatre in Glendale. Jillian Barberie from Good […]
LaCanPres Presenting “The Screwtape Letters”
La Cañada Presbyterian Church is presenting a contemporary interpretation of the classic novel “The Screwtape Letters.” This theatrical production, being presented in the round, is adapted from C.S. Lewis’ text as well as the stage play “Screwtape” by James Forsyth. All are invited to this one-of-a-kind dramatic experience. “The Screwtape Letters” is a masterpiece of […]
NOTES & NODS
“Suit Yourself Day” Coming Up La Cañada Presbyterian Church is holding “Suit Yourself Day” on Sunday, May 15 from noon to 3 p.m. LCPC and non-profit “Clothes the Deal” are inviting donors to drive-thru the LCPC parking lot to donate suits to men and women in need. Those making donations are invited enjoy a fun […]
Spiritually Speaking

Spiritually Speaking answers personal questions and concerns with a spiritual perspective. Local religious leaders that will take part in the discussion include Bryan Griem of Montrose Community Church; Jon Karn of Light on the Corner Church; Kimberlie Zakarian of Holy House Ministries; Skip Lindeman of La Cañada Congregational United Church of Christ; Rabbi Simcha Backman […]
Montrose Art Walk This Saturday

The Montrose-Verdugo City Chamber of Commerce is holding its first Artwalk of the year on Saturday, May 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Watch artists at work while strolling along the tree lined streets of the 2300 and 2400 blocks of Honolulu Avenue. All artwork is original to the artist. There will be musicians […]
Montrose Pet Hospital Celebrates with Ribbon Cutting
Montrose Pet Hospital officially opened its doors on April 18. Veterinarian Dr. Kym Mitchell earned her degree in veterinary medicine from UC Davis in 1992 and has been practicing in the Foothill community ever since. The goal at Montrose Pet Hospital was to assemble a veterinary health care team committed to providing exceptional client service […]