The YMCA of the Foothills announced that Ballmer Group has invested $20 million over three years to nine YMCAs in LA County, empowering the facilities to expand their capacity to serve low-income youth through innovative out-of-school programming. “With this life-changing gift from the Ballmer Group, our Y will have the opportunity to serve the most […]
Senator Anthony J. Portantino was honored by the California School Employees Association (CSEA) for his leadership and support of public education. The Senator of the Year Award was presented to the senator during the organization’s 2024 Annual Conference in San Jose. “I have always been proud to support our public education system and our classified […]
La Cañada Presbyterian Church’s Parent Ed program is now registering for the popular Parent Express classes The Art of Fatherhood, led by Matt Allen, David Lamb, Ron Chiu and Robert Cha and The Art of Marriage led by Teresa Chiu. The Art of Fatherhood will meet on Wednesday nights beginning Sept. 4 from 7-8:30 p.m. […]
On Sept. 11, the La Crescenta Woman’s Club will kick off its new year with Emmy nominated Gary Stockdale who will engage the audience with his voice, charming original compositions and all-time favorite song including “Moon River.” The community is invited to have some fun singing great tunes and remembering 9/11 with a tribute to […]
Rochester Institute of Technology conferred nearly 4,500 degrees at all of its campuses in the 2023-24 academic year. Daniel Di Paolo of Glendale (91208) received a BS in packaging science and Brennan Cohen of La Cañada Flintridge received a BS in biotechnology and molecular bioscience. Founded in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology enrolls more than […]
By Ruth SOWBY Where else can you get free admission, free entertainment, free art class info, and beautiful weather at the same time? That’s just what happened on Saturday’s balmy night when the McGroarty Arts Center in Tujunga held its annual Burgers, Brews & Blues event. Since the money from this fundraiser comes from food purchased, […]
One of Glendale’s jewels, the Victorian-style structure known as the Doctors House that stands in Brand Park, has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places in recognition of its unique architecture and storied past. The Glendale Historical Society, which rescued the house from demolition in 1979, unveiled the plaque at its annual meeting. […]
Dignity Health announced the appointment of Betsy Hart as president and CEO of Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center, effective Aug. 19. Hart comes to Glendale Memorial Hospital with more than 15 years of senior leadership experience in healthcare, having most recently served as chief operating officer (COO) at Northridge Hospital Medical Center. As COO, […]
Residents living in and around the Montrose area can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening. Montrose Church will host this community event on Aug. 27. The church is located at 2409 Florencita Ave. in Montrose. Screenings can check for: The […]
The Museum of Neon Art (MONA) announced it will receive the superintendent’s award for Excellence in Museum Education for its multi-part K-12 program. The competition is the joint project of the sponsors, the California Association of Museums (CAM) and the California Dept. of Education (CDE). This award recognizes the innovative work MONA and its partner schools have been […]