By Charly SHELTON Christmas is nearly here and, despite what the holiday TV specials might claim, Christmas – for so many – does come from a store. But what to get? We at CV Weekly have compiled a list of our favorite things from the last year that may make great gifts for those […]
By Charly SHELTON For most modern people, Halloween is the time for ghosts, séances and remembering the dead. Christmas is the time for family, happiness and holiday TV specials. Yet when one looks closer, Christmas is surrounded by death. A giant bird is ritually disemboweled and eaten for a feast, a tree is killed and […]
Stressed out about gift-giving this year? Let’s face it; everyone likes to receive gifts no matter who they are, so there’s no need to worry! Studies have shown that the gift giver is much more judgmental about the gift than the receiver. With that said, thoughtful gifts are a sign that the relationship is cared […]
Here are some of the shows you can see in our local theaters this month: OPENING “All About Santa”It’s holiday time at the North Pole and everyone is in a tizzy – Santa has disappeared. Is he taking a vacation? Did the sleigh run out of spirits? Can Mrs. Claus keep the home fires […]
By Charly SHELTON It’s the holiday season and for many So Cal residents, that means a trip to the local theme parks. No matter what religion or culture, whether you like big rides or a comfortable stroll, and with tickets from expensive to affordable, there is something in the greater LA area this year to […]
World-renowned saxophonist Katja Rieckermann, who previously performed with legendary rock icon Rod Stewart, received a warm welcome from the foothills community at her recent autograph session at Mediaworks Records in Sunland earlier this month. Rieckermann was presented with a proclamation from the office of Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez by Eve Sinclair for her outstanding contributions to […]
By Robin GOLDSWORTHY The awe-inspiring Enchanted: Forest of Light, held at nearby Descanso Gardens in La Cañada, is an experience that none should miss. Through the introduction of specialty lighting, Descanso at night is transformed into a world few would recognize. The magic is achieved through light and music, and on Thursday night the Los […]
By Charly SHELTON Last weekend, a legend celebrated a milestone. Mickey Mouse debuted on Nov. 18, 1928 in the cartoon short “Steamboat Willie,” which makes him 90 years old as of last Sunday. And for the main Mouse’s birthday, Disneyland threw a big party. After months of teasing it out, a special art exhibition in […]
By Susan JAMES One of the strengths of the Harry Potter series was the way in which it reflected the wondrous nature of magic. Funny things happened. Mysterious things happened. But Harry’s particular gift, as Dumbledore told him so many times, was the ability to love. Love equals hope. In the second installment of “Fantastic […]
The Glendale Youth Orchestra, conducted by Brad Keimach, performs its opening concert of the 30th anniversary season on Sunday, Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. at the historic Alex Theatre in Glendale. The program will feature the Beethoven Coriolan Overture; Schubert Symphony No. 8 (“Unfinished”); Ravel Tzigane, for solo violin and orchestra, Rachel Mugemancuro, violin (Pasadena; […]