Action League of the Foothills Welcomes New Governing Body

The Cañada Auxiliary of Professionals (CAP), an auxiliary of Action League of the Foothills (ALF), has elected a new governing body to guide the organization’s philanthropic and volunteer activities for the coming year. Founded in 1990, CAP was created to provide an opportunity for working professionals in La Cañada Flintridge and surrounding foothill communities to […]

Adria Navarro, PhD Program Manager – USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, Community Resource Center for Aging

Adria Navarro, PhD Program Manager – USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, Community Resource Center for Aging

The Essential Role of Social Care Older adults today are living longer than any generation before them, but longevity brings new challenges – especially the rising impact of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, chronic respiratory conditions and dementia. These conditions account for the vast majority of illness, disability and healthcare use […]

PEOPLE MAKING NEWS

Eliana Hanna from La Cañada, who is enrolled in the university’s Olin Business School, Sooah Lee from La Crescenta, who is enrolled in the university’s Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts and Evelyn Pae from Montrose, who is also enrolled in the university’s Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts have been […]

Community Center to Host Free Open House for All Ages

The Community Center of La Cañada Flintridge (CCLCF) will host a free, all-ages open house on Sunday, Aug. 16 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The community is invited to explore CCLCF’s wide range of programs, meet instructors, sample classes and enjoy live demonstrations, performances, raffles and refreshments throughout the afternoon. The open house offers […]

NEWS FROM THE CV CHAMBER <<< ROBIN GOLDSWORTHY

NEWS FROM THE CV CHAMBER <<< ROBIN GOLDSWORTHY

Hot Temperatures Don’t Cancel Fun Times Man, it’s hot! And according to Mary O’Keefe’s column on page 2, relief is not in the foreseeable future. But despite the heat, the Chamber has been busy! On July 23, we hosted a “members only” barbecue! Held at Bob Smith Toyota in La Crescenta (courtesy of CV Chamber […]

NEWS FROM THE MONTROSE-VERDUGO CITY CHAMBER <<< MOLLY BURKE

NEWS FROM THE MONTROSE-VERDUGO CITY CHAMBER <<< MOLLY BURKE

The Excitement Is Building August is here and we’re excited to continue celebrating the community that makes Montrose so special. We want to congratulate Chief Robert William on his swearing-in and share how proud we are to see someone from our own community stepping into this important role. We look forward to working alongside him […]

PROBLEM SOLVED <<< BY CHRISTOPHER ELLIOTT

PROBLEM SOLVED <<< BY CHRISTOPHER ELLIOTT

My Hotel Reservation Disappeared. Why Won’t Booking.com Refund Me for My New Room? Stephen Stein arrives at his hotel for a family gathering only to find his reservation missing. Booking.com promises to cover the extra cost of a new room but then traps him in a cycle of endless paperwork. Is there a way out?  […]

CALENDAR THIS

KIWANIS CLUBS The Kiwanis Club of Glendale meets on Fridays at noon. On Aug. 7, Dale Gorman of Kids Community Dental Clinic will be making a presentation to the Club. The cost to attend Friday meetings, which includes lunch and program, is $25. All are welcome.  The Club meets at the Elks Lodge, 120 E. […]

Scene in LA

Scene in LA

By Steve ZALL and Sid FISH Here are some great new shows coming soon to the Southern California theater scene! The information presented in this column is the latest available at the time of printing; however, it should be verified with the theater before making definite plans. Here are shows that have announced opening dates […]

Alex Theatre Extends Screenings of ‘The Odyssey’

The historic Alex Theatre has announced that its special 70mm presentation of Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” will be extended by at least an additional two weeks, with screenings now continuing through Aug. 20 following extraordinary audience demand. The extension follows a standout opening run: the Alex announced that it is the highest grossing theatre in […]