By Jackson TOYON It’s been 16 years since the world first saw director David Fincher’s “The Social Network” and much has changed since we felt sympathy for Jesse Eisenberg’s geeky-but-flawed depiction of Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg. Facebook (now Meta) is unregulated and omnipresent and Mr. Zuckerberg is no longer a student fresh out of a […]
On Nov. 3, the Sunland-Tujunga Branch of the library is celebrating 100 years of serving the local community. The community is invited to gather with friends and neighbors, enjoy family-friendly activities and take home an art postcard by artist Sharon Nullmeyer (“Nullsie”) to commemorate this historic milestone. A schedule of events includes: At 3 p.m., […]
All are welcome to throw their hat in the ring at the Pasadena Doo Dah Queen tryouts on Sunday afternoon, Oct. 25, at the Old Towne Pub. On hand for the wild ride will be queen-hopefuls, former queens, everlasting king Clayton, magistrate Vince, czar Tom, duke of Doo Dah, Rocket Man – the emcee, veteran […]
Luxury and Lagoons: A Family Escape to a Desert Oasis The phrase “desert oasis” is thrown around a lot but when it comes to the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa, the words have never rung so true. Located just outside Palm Springs in the city of Palm Desert, this sprawling 450-acre sanctuary boasts […]
On Oct. 21, the free admission Glendale Noon Concerts will feature oboist Noah Breneman performing solo works for oboe by Gary Powell Nash, Ruth Gipps, Ernst Krenek and Edson Beltrami. The program will be from 12:10 p.m. to 12:40 p.m. and include selections from New York City Miniatures (2020) by Gary Powell Nash, “The Piper […]
As National Energy Awareness Month begins across the United States, Six Flags Magic Mountain this week announced that its landmark solar carport project has been fully energized. Developed in partnership with Solar Optimum as well as local community and government officials, the 12.37-megawatt installation represents a major milestone in Six Flags’ commitment to sustainability and renewable energy. The project […]
The Glendale Arts & Culture Commission presents Estranged Landscape, an immersive installation designed specifically for the Adams Square Mini Park Gas Station in Glendale, a city where urban life meets natural landscape. Inspired by the surrounding mountains and canyons, the installation reimagines natural topography using lightweight, reflective fabric suspended by ceiling-mounted strings to form fluid, voluminous shapes. […]
Bidding is now under way on eBay for a lucky winner to bowl on the celebrity bowling team captained by broadcast personality and event host Eddie Trunk at the annual Bowl For Ronnie Celebrity Bowling Party on Thursday, Nov. 12 benefiting the Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund (www.diocancerfund.org). Trunk, who is […]
By Steve ZALL and Sid FISH Here are some new shows opening soon in our local theater scene! The information presented is the latest available at the time of printing; however, it should be verified with the theater before definite plans are made. Here are the shows that have announced opening dates for this month, […]
The music of Charles Gounod comes alive at La Cañada Presbyterian Church in a free concert that is certain to be one of the most memorable afternoons of the season. A Gounod Celebration: Sacred Majesty & Operatic Passion takes place on Sunday, Oct. 18 at 2 p.m. with a pre-concert lecture beginning at 1:30 p.m. […]