At the April 29 meeting of the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy, foothills representative Paul Rabinov was recognized for his years of service on the Advisory Board. Rabinov had been the representative for La Crescenta and Altadena. Bob Thompson was sworn in as the new La Crescenta/Altadena representative by Joe Edmiston, executive director of the SMMC. […]
By Natalie MAIER The Crescenta Valley Veterinary Hospital (CVVH) in La Crescenta had its fourth annual client appreciation open house on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The hospital invited clients to visit and to learn about some of the equipment used for treating pets. It was a relaxed and informal setting for clients […]
By Ted AYALA The Santa Cecilia Orchestra will cap off its 20th anniversary with a fundraiser at the Eagle Rock Center for the Arts on Saturday, May 11. Sonia Marie de León de Vega, the orchestra’s music director, will be joining members of the orchestra for an evening of wine and light appetizers. A chamber […]
On April 6, the La Crescenta Woman’s Club held its Annual Fashion Show chaired by Daryl Baker-Pollack and Sally Benson. Fashions were provided by Drapers & Damons in Pasadena. In addition to a silent auction and opportunity prizes, bidders won special prizes at the live auctions such as tickets to the “Ellen” TV show and […]
Questions About Today’s Real Estate? Ask Phyllis! What happens when a cash buyer can’t pay cash? Dear Phyllis, We put our home on the market and received more than a dozen offers. We decided to go with a cash offer because it seemed so solid. Closing was to occur in three weeks. Because there was […]
By Natalie MAIER Fifth grade Sunland Elementary school teacher Susie Hoard was awarded Outstanding Member of Gamma Lambda 2013 at the Area IX Festival at the Knollwood Country Club in Granada Hills in March. For the past three years, Hoard has been the second vice president of Gamma Lambda, a local chapter consisting of about […]
A “Prepare for the Future Palooza” for the Crescenta Valley and Glendale communities will take place on Saturday, May 18 from 9 a.m. to noon. It is hosted by Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints congregations from La Crescenta, La Cañada, Glendale, Sunland and Tujunga. The “Prepare For the Future Palooza” will have over […]
The Verdugo Hills Hospital (VHH) Foundation successfully celebrated its annual bingo luncheon event in March organized by the Women’s Council, which raised nearly $3,200 for VHH. Attendees enjoyed festive decorations and friend-raising as well as fundraising. There were 20 lucky bingo winners over the course of the afternoon and a surprise bagpipe performance by Dr. […]
By Michael YEGHIAYAN The Glendale Youth Alliance celebrated its 20th anniversary with a luncheon and award ceremony at Mandaloun Restaurant in downtown Glendale on April 17. In front of a number of government representatives and prominent members of the community, the organization recognized outstanding individuals and corporations while celebrating its growth and achievements. Dedicated to […]
Crescenta Valley Sheriff’s Station volunteers and reserves were honored for their service at the 51st annual recognition dinner held on April 16 at the Brookside Country Club. CV Station Capt. Dave Silversparre emceed the event, welcoming a room filled to capacity with those eager to pay homage to the volunteers, many who give hundreds of […]