By Mikaela STONE “Little Women Ballet” brings Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel to life at Heritage Square Museum with talented young ballerinas performing against the backdrop of the square’s classic Victorian homes. Director and choreographer Emma Andres used the play to uplift women’s stories; she sees the March sisters as representing “real hopes, struggles and […]
The Jack Lantz Sextet Band presents a Pentecost themed Jazz Vespers in the La Cañada Presbyterian Church on Sunday, June 8 at 5 p.m. Pentecost is about the Holy Spirit descending upon Jesus’ disciples after he died. The Pentecost celebration is meant to be joyful and spirit-filled. The uplifting jazz music and readings will accent […]
LCIF Welcomes Community Lutheran Church in the Foothills reminds the community of its upcoming Vacation Bible School, better known as VBS. The week-long program will be held on the LCIF campus on Monday, June 16 through Friday, June 20. Registration for VBS is currently open. The cost for VBS day campers is $35 for one […]
Summer is almost here at last and that means it’s time to see one or more of these fabulous shows playing currently in local theaters! COVID protocols continue to be dictated by each individual venue, so bring a face mask to wear during the show in case the venue requires it. It’s a good idea […]
On May 23, excitement filled the air at Lincoln Elementary as the school community gathered for one of its most beloved traditions – the 43rd Annual Lincoln 500 Race. This much-anticipated event, organized once again by the dedicated Lincoln Dad’s Group under the leadership of Danny Brown, brought together students, families and staff for a […]
After 28 years of leadership, Pat Chambers is retiring as director of the La Crescenta Presbyterian Center for Children (CFC). Known for her compassion and vision, Chambers helped grow the Center into a vital resource for children from infancy through sixth grade, including after-school care from seven local schools. Under her leadership, CFC expanded its […]
Remembering Dad, Recognizing Daughter They called him Big Ray and for good reason. He stood an impressive 6 foot, 5 inches tall on a large frame; my dad was a big man. As a child he would hold my little hand in his massive paw or carry me way up in the sky on his […]
Using Artificial Intelligence to Celebrate Local History The rise of artificial intelligence, or “AI,” affects our daily lives. It improves the workings of healthcare, education, banking, business and so on. But it’s controversial. From “deep fake” photos and video clips all the way to fears of the rise of the robots and the destruction of […]
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Oscar, Grammy, Emmy and Golden Globe-nominated songwriter Carol Connors (“Gonna Fly Now” from “Rocky”) announced that her best-selling book “Elvis, Rocky and Me” will be the subject of a new documentary to be released later this year. Pictured at an event at the Smoke House Restaurant in Toluca Lake are (from left) Motion Picture […]