I could eat at Zeke’s Smokehouse seven days a week and not get bored. This is a “must try” restaurant and one you will want to visit again and again. Why? Everything is hickory smoked and the meats are top quality: local beef, no hormones, and corn fed. The number one seller here is the […]
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF HOST ‘DRIVING MISS LUCY’ The Historical Society of the Crescenta Valley will host Frank Gorey, Lucille Ball’s driver and personal assistant for over 30 years, at the next meeting of the Historical Society on Monday, Nov. 15. Gorey will talk about his experiences with the family, tell some funny personal stories about […]
By Brian ROXAS One of the greatest aspects of La Crescenta is the liveliness of the community during holidays. This Halloween, evidence was everywhere: ordinary houses were transformed through festive decorations, young ghouls and goblins roamed the streets with their friends, and exciting events were held throughout the area. One event both fun and safe […]
By Ted AYALA While other cities around the country have been losing artistic and musical institutions in this difficult economy, Glendale has been an exception. Despite the sour economy, the city continues to enjoy the services of quite a few excellent musical ensembles – among the finest would be the Glendale Philharmonic Orchestra (GPO). Beginning […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Walk into Sakana Japanese Sushi and Grill and you will immediately feel welcomed. The warm colors of the restaurant draw you into a unique dining experience for Crescenta Valley. As diners enter the front door they are greeted with “Irashai Mashei” which is said by all employees to patrons as they enter. […]
By Robin GOLDSWORTHY The Women’s Council of Verdugo Hills Hospital and Foundation held its first ever Artistry and Wine – Celebrating the Art of Healing event in late October. The fundraiser was held under the stately oaks of the elegant La Cañada home of Sam and Kate Kaneko. Not only were guests treated to a […]
By Leonard COUTIN On Thursday, Nov. 4 CVHS varsity girls pulled an upset in the Pacific League Cross Country finals held at Crescenta Valley Park. Coach Mark Evans knew it was going to be a close meet, but no one would guess it would come down to one point. “We prepared just as we do […]
By Seth AMITIN Burbank High’s high-octane offense and physical play proved to be too much for Crescenta Valley as the Falcons’ football team lost to the Bulldogs, 39-26, at Burroughs High Friday night. The loss for CV (4-5, 2-4 in Pacific League play) knocked them out of the playoffs. “They were very physical and they […]
On Saturday, Oct. 30, the Full Force Basketball Academy conducted a free skills clinic for the students of Holy Redeemer and St. James elementary schools. The clinic was held from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on the outdoor courts at Holy Redeemer in Montrose. Players from first through eighth grades hit the black top to work […]
“Evita,” one of Andrew Lloyd’s Weber’s best-loved musicals, is coming to the stage at Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy on Nov. 10-13. “Evita” is based on the true story about the rise of the controversial Eva Peron, a poor Argentinean girl who grows up to be the wife of Juan Peron, the president of Argentina. Despite […]