Can a community be inspired by a color? That is the goal of Red Ribbon Week organizers as they decorate school campuses and tree-lined streets with bright red ribbons each autumn. The week presents a unique opportunity to talk openly and honestly with all of the children and teens in the community and beyond. Since […]
The La Cañada Kiwanis Club installed Tom Passanisi as its 66th president recently at a gala affair at the Oakmont Country Club. Jim Phillips, residing president, called the gathering of members and guests to order. Tyler Wright emceed the ceremony and the night’s entertainment. Vocalist Jamie Cunanan, accompanied by pianist Jim Celoni, provided entertainment. Passanisi […]
By Marissa GOULD, Intern Last weekend, Rachel Akeson was driving down Foothill Boulevard with her family when her daughter saw a sign at the La Crescenta Library promoting its bi-annual book sale. Her daughter wanted to go to the sale, so the entire family decided to stop by and have a look. They found a […]
While enjoying music under the stars at the California Philharmonic at Santa Anita Park this summer, John and Mare Mazur noted that CV Weekly was at their side as part of the Cal Phil program. CV Weekly loves to travel! Take us along on your next trip and send us a photo. You may find […]
At the Kiwanis Club of La Cañada-AM on Sept. 25, Don Hingst installed the 2013-14 officers. The club meets each Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. at the Lutheran Church of the Foothills. Installed were president Joe Thompson, president elect-Donn Sarbaum, vice president-Barbie Eland, returning secretary Dick Barley, returning secretary Rosemary Hook and serving as immediate […]
The Glendale Young Professionals and the Crescenta Valley Weekly have partnered to spotlight some of the area’s brightest young talent. This month’s inaugural spotlight is centered on Bryan Longpre who is currently a financial advisor with The Stone-Beck Group at Morgan Stanley. A member of the Crescenta Valley High School 2005 graduating class, Longpre holds […]
By Jason KUROSU The La Crescenta Woman’s Club is hosting a fundraiser on the night of Saturday, Oct. 26, following up the previous year’s event with a continuation of the “Western Round-up” theme. Ten gallon hats and spurs will be welcomed and even rewarded at the round-up, which will feature music, dinner, dancing and prizes […]
The La Cañada Flintridge Tournament of Roses Association will again host the Rose Queen and her Royal at its major fundraiser, “An Evening of Wine and Roses.” Guests will have the opportunity to meet them and their escorts during the cocktail hour. Proceeds from the evening will support the LCF ToR 36th Rose Parade float […]
Assistance League of Glendale was honored recently at the Assistance League national conference as the organization’s oldest active chapter. ALG celebrated its 70th year of assisting the children of the Glendale Unified School District with uniforms, scholarships and Authors & Illustrators Day, among other things, at all GUSD schools. ALG members Sally Benson and Danette […]
By Robin GOLDSWORTHY It has stood for 90 years as a testament to the dedication of a woman who came to the Crescenta Valley to provide a sanctuary for women suffering from mental illness. Today, Rockhaven Sanitarium on Honolulu Avenue stands closed but not forgotten, with docents from the Friends of Rockhaven ready to provide […]