By Robin GOLDSWORTHY McGroarty Arts Center invites the community to its annual Holiday Festival – now in its 20th year – on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Approximately 30 vendors will present their wares at the historic location according to facility […]
By Charly SHELTON The holiday season is upon us and Universal Studios Hollywood has brought even more holiday magic to the park delivering a festive experience that’s both enchanting and whimsical. From Nov. 29 through Jan. 6 the park is decked out in holiday splendor with each area offering its own unique twist on the […]
By Charly SHELTON Knott’s Merry Farm has once again transformed the park into a festive wonderland, inviting guests to celebrate the holidays with warmth, light and plenty of joy. Running now through Jan. 5 this year’s event blends fan-favorite traditions with new experiences, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy during this magical season. This […]
Local crossing guards get surprise visits by gift-bearing student ambassadors. By Mary O’KEEFE On Monday community members and Crescenta Valley High School students showed their appreciation for a few of the local crossing guards. It was quite a scene as cars from Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Dept. – Crescenta Valley Station and two fire engines […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Although there really is not one season for scams they do seem to increase during the holidays because so many people are looking for that one spectacular deal. One rule of thought during this season of bargain shopping is “If it looks too good to be true, it probably is.” “The Federal […]
By Robin GOLDSWORTHY, Mary O’KEEFE and Michelle SEVANA It was a magical winter wonderland at the corner of Ocean View Boulevard and Honolulu Avenue on Friday night as the community gathered for the annual Montrose Christmas tree lighting. People of all ages were present, greeted by carolers strolling the avenue and by students of the […]
By Ruth SOWBY Porto’s Café in Glendale played host to Glendale’s finest on Nov. 14. Cops, partnering with the Glendale Latino Association, has been presenting the Cops for Kids toy drive for more than 10 years. For November’s GLA mixer, more than 50 supporters were especially generous. The collection table groaned with toys for the little kids and […]
By Ruth SOWBY The La Cañada Flintridge Library recently hosted a free, one-hour kids’ cooking program. On Wednesday, Nov. 13, some 25 kids ages 5-12 stormed the library’s meeting room to make pear bread. Most, though, were interested in eating it instead of making it. Supervising the bunch was librarian Sarah Loverme, who has worked at the […]