The final Kiwanis Travelogue of the season has Asian flair. Saturday, May 11 is the last Kiwanis Travelogue of the fall 2012/spring 2013 season and is highlighted by an exciting exploration of two diverse countries, Vietnam and Cambodia. Presented by filmmakers Clint and Sue Denn, this promises to be a spectacular trip along the Mekong […]
By Ted AYALA Thousands of book-lovers across the region descended upon the USC campus over the last weekend to celebrate the 2013 Festival of Books. The annual gathering has become a major attraction for the region’s bibliophiles, gathering not only local bookstores, publishing houses, and media outlets, but also authors of world renown. This year […]
The Rotary Club of Glendale is hosting the inaugural Jewel City Fun & Fitness Ride. The fundraiser is being held on Sunday, May 19 at Verdugo Park. Proceeds from this event will help benefit low income and homeless children and adults served locally by Ascencia, Glendale Healthy Kids and the Glendale Salvation Army. The run […]
Guests to the Sunland/Tujunga Elks Lodge on March 23 were greeted to a room filled with red and white flowers, colorful birthday balloons and the savory smells of a bountiful brunch in the making. The relaxing, festive and delicious venue was to celebrate “another birthday” for cancer survivors and caregivers from the foothills community. The […]
Questions About Today’s Real Estate? Ask Phyllis! Downsizing options Dear Phyllis, I enjoy reading your questions and answers and now I too have a question: My youngest is nearly done with college (next fall). My husband I want to sell the large home and get something more manageable. We hope to stay in the […]
Glendale Healthy Kids is holding its 12th Annual Taste of Downtown Glendale on Wednesday, May 1 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tickets start at $30. The event offers ticketholders the opportunity to stroll in and out of more than 35 of Glendale’s top restaurants, bistros and cafes. Live music will also be played in […]
‘42’ Provides Inspiration, Lacks Character Study By Brandon HENSLEY When Jackie Robinson reached base in his career, pitchers quickly learned they were in a world of trouble because he was out to steal every bag, including home plate. Warner Bros. Studios’ new release “42” uses Robinson’s famed aggressiveness as a metaphor during its entire 128-minute […]
The 3rd Annual Hoop Heroes basketball game took place on April 7 at Glendale High School’s auditorium. The competition between Glendale’s fire and police departments ended with the fire department beat the police 58-33. In the pre-game, the Glendale Noon Kiwanis defeated the Glendale Sunrise Rotary Club 96-79. The two service clubs not only competed […]
The Soroptimist International of Glendale held its 14th Annual Accolades Luncheon on March 21 at the Glendale Hilton. Three women were honored at the event, themed We Honor With Heart. The Ruby Award, given to women who, through their professional or personal efforts, are making extraordinary differences in the lives of women and girls. This […]