Astghik Grigoryan, a rising sophomore at La Cañada High School, returned home from Salzburg and Barcelona as a first prize winner of the Grand Prize Virtuoso International Music Competition. During the winners’ recital in two of Europe’s iconic musical cities, she represented both nations she calls her own: Armenia and the United States of America. […]
A new opportunity for theatrical experience is coming to the La Crescenta, Glendale and La Cañada communities with the launch of Stage Arts Academy of Southern California, a children’s theater company founded by seasoned entertainment industry professionals and credentialed local school teachers. The company is dedicated to training the next generation of young performers in […]
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By Mary O’KEEFE LA County Fire Dept. responded to the La Crescenta Library, 2809 Foothill Blvd. this afternoon, Sunday, due to a report of the smell of smoke. Firefighters responded and determined that the smell was probably coming from the air conditioner, but there was no fire. They conducted an investigation and found no threat […]
After a delayed reopening, the new track will be ready for use. By Mary O’KEEFE It has been a long time coming. The Crescenta Valley High School (CVHS) track and field, which was closed for repairs and to add stadium seating and lighting, will reopen to the public on Sept. 5. The track and field […]
By Julie BUTCHER “Whether you’re a Democrat or a Republican, you deserve a roof over your head,” Laura Friedman (D-Glendale) observed, explaining her efforts to garner bipartisan support for legislation that could help spur the building of more affordable housing. Glendale’s new representative to the U.S. Congress addressed the Glendale City Council meeting Tuesday night, […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Glendale city staff will be exploring a Request for Proposal to select a vendor in regard to allowing e-bikes and charging docks in the city. “The details as to requirements [like docks, geo-fencing and other issues] and types of mobility products, like e-scooters, e-bikes or [other vehicles], and [a] pilot phase are […]
The Demolition of an Icon As most of you know, I grew up in Sun Valley. My first job was at Universal Studios. I lied about my age (I was 15) so I could work over Easter break. If you remember, Universal Studios was only open during Christmas/winter break, Easter/spring break and the summer. My […]
By Mary O’KEEFE By now everyone has heard something about artificial intelligence – AI. After a talk on AI by Charly Shelton (full disclosure – he’s my son) from CVW and AIM Systems I started changing my attitude toward AI. Charly did a talk as part of the Crescenta Valley Chamber of Commerce speaker series […]
Closed for Labor Day The offices of CV Weekly will be closed on Monday, Sept. 1 for the Labor Day holiday. The offices will reopen on Tuesday morning, Sept. 2 at 8:30 a.m. CVCA Meeting Tonight The Crescenta Valley Community Association will have its monthly meeting tonight, Aug. 28, this month in the community room […]