The Mary Pinola Education Fund’s 2026 fundraiser, the popular Smart-A-Thon, is set for Friday, March 13 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, 4th floor council room. This year’s festivities will be directed by masters of ceremonies Captain Ryan Vienna of the Crescenta Valley Sheriff’s Station and Dr. Darneika Watson, superintendent […]
Our son is Robert. From the beginning, he made it clear that his name was Robert, not Bob, Bobby or Rob. Another thing he emphasized early on was that he could cook. I like to think that, because I’ve done most of the family’s cooking, Robert saw my example and that inspired him to start […]
The Foothills Community Scholarship Foundation of La Cañada Flintridge, Inc. (FCSF) announced that applications for its 2026 scholarships program are being accepted now through March 9. Students with a minimum 3.0 GPA and a family income at or below $250,000 are encouraged to apply if they attend or reside within the attendance areas of Crescenta […]
Members of the Verdugo Hills Women’s Chorus will be joining voices from across the state for the California Women’s Chorus Annual Convention and Concert on May 1-3. The convention will culminate in a benefit concert – A Trip Across America – on Sunday, May 3 at 2 p.m. at California Baptist College in Riverside. The […]
By Ruth SOWBY La Crescenta’s Lincoln Elementary School celebrated its centennial birthday on the 100th day of the school year. The celebration took place on Feb. 5 and was kicked off with an assembly when a new and improved DanD Lion mascot was revealed to much applause. After the assembly, students and staff gathered on the playground. All wore […]
Village Poets of Sunland-Tujunga will feature renowned poet Ron Koertge on Feb. 22 at 4:30 p.m. at Bolton Hall Museum. There will also be an open mic and poets are invited to participate in the open reading segment of the event. The Bolton Hall Museum is located at 10110 Commerce Ave. in Tujunga. Bolton Hall is a Los […]
Dignity Health – Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center (GMHHC) invites the community to its annual “Kings and Queens of Heart Celebration.” The event happens on Thursday, Feb. 19 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. On the heels of kicking off GMHHC’s 100-year anniversary, this special event will honor patients dedicated to heart-healthy lifestyles and […]
The Foothills Community Scholarship Foundation of La Cañada Flintridge, Inc. (FCSF) announced that applications for its 2026 scholarships program are being accepted now through March 9. Students with a minimum 3.0 GPA and a family income at or below $250,000 are encouraged to apply if they attend or reside within the attendance areas of Crescenta […]
A Valentine skeleton at Keck Hospital of USC’s downtown LA campus welcomes visitors to its 6th floor. By Ruth SOWBY
The La Cañada Flintridge Coordinating Council is accepting nominations. for the 2026 Les Tupper Community Service Awards. Each year since 1969, the Coordinating Council has honored individuals and groups who have given outstanding service to the community. Service to the community includes volunteerism in the areas of education, youth activities, cultural pursuits, religious, civic or […]