My pal Keith Skelton is holding a photo workshop–shooting the streets of L.A.–on June 9.
Join me? $159
From Keith’s Website
May 25, 2012
Photo Fun Downtown
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April 25, 2012
Here’s a link to my coverage of the event for Pasadena Now…
More pix to come.
Congratulations to Sandra Thomas, the Town Council, and Altadena!
April 21, 2012
SORRY, I PICKED UP THE WRONG INFO FOR THIS EVENT.
It’s happening this Saturday. Art on Palm and the Doo Dah all in one day…whew!
Thanks to Catherine Cowles for sending me the info on this wonderful show.
SECLUDED ALTADENA CANYON OPENS FOR FINE ARTS AND CRAFTS SHOW:
ART ON PALM, April 28, 9:30 – 5:30
For one day only artists and artisans will exhibit their work at the 14th bi-annual Art on Palm, held Saturday, April 28, 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. in a secluded canyon garden of Altadena, at 1419 E. Palm Street, Altadena, 91001.
The one-day-only show and sale features ceramics, collage, drawings, encaustic, fabric, fiber, glass, jewelry, paintings, photography, watercolors and woodcarving and turning, Participating artists include: Stephanie Anderson; Julie and Rick Ayres, Karen Bagnard, Charlotte Barnard, Erica Batchelder, Evan Chambers; Catherine M. S. Cowles, Ellen Dinerman, Mary Jane Elgin, Elisa Goodman, Bill Haskell, Lynn Hendricks, Jim Heuston, Beverly Jones, Debbie Lawrence, Ron Lawrenz, Debbie Lawrence, Ron Lawrenz, Susan Loraine, Betsy Miller, Dana Sue Miller, Katherine Nakazono, Lucia Pasquinelli, Detra Prete, Cathy Reichel-Clark, Anne Sears, Maryrose Smyth, Kathy Spear, Kathleen Swaydan, Nancy Unruh, Dominique Vialar, Anna Vosburg, Tris Wasserman, Lys Wilcox, Bruce Wilson, Kaylie James Wilson, Stephen Woodruff, and Lucia Yang.
Encircled by ancient oaks, the canyon setting for Art on Palm is a restorative venue for guests and a stunning backdrop for the artists’ works. According to the event’s co-producer Mary Jane Elgin, “Art on Palm achieves many goals. It selects exceptional artists whose beautifully-realized works attract a discerning clientele to a foothill canyon of remarkable beauty, supports our local economy and raises funds for the West L.A. Fisher House.”
Since 2006, Art on Palm artists have donated a portion of their sales to this organization; which provides humanitarian support for hospitalized military personnel and their families. “The West L.A. Fisher House acknowledges the generosity of the Art on Palm artists. For the past five years, their contributions have helped to provide much-needed and much-appreciated humanitarian relief to members of our military and their families at the West Los Angeles Fisher House. We look forward to their continued support for this vital community”, commented Tim Byk, Founder/Executive Director, West L.A. Fisher House Foundation. For more information, please visit http://www.westlafisherhouse.org.
Admission and parking are free. Light refreshments are available.
March 18, 2012
Altadena After the Rain and Snow
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February 6, 2012
LitFest Pasadena at Mountain View
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LitFest Pasadena crossed the border and held a fundraiser at Altadena’s Mountain View Mausoleum last week. Scenes from Shakespeare were played by Westridge, Mayfield, and Alverno students, and an A cappella choir from Marshall sang, led by David Pitts and featuring my pal Sonia’s son Austin.
Photos at http://bit.ly/zKjVRw
January 28, 2012
The sheriff’s department is reporting a high number of thefts of Silverado tailgates. Why?
July 1, 2011
From Carolyn Seitz:
Wednesday, an Altadena family suffered the loss of their child, a beautiful 3 year old girl named Katherine, in a tragic accident.
It is devastating for them and it was for the Altadena Sheriff’s Deputies and Captain McLean who arrived on the scene shortly after the accident occurred.
This family does not have the means to pay for a funeral for their daughter and Captain McLean, the leadership team at the Altadena Station, and the Deputies are asking for your help.
You can help in one of three ways:
Drop money off at the Altadena Sheriff’s Station and tell the person at the desk it is for the fund for Katherine.
Go to the car wash being planned for Saturday, July 2 at 11 am at the Carl’s Jr., 790 North Lake Avenue in Pasadena
Go to Wells Fargo Bank and make a deposit to the fund for Katherine’s funeral. Here is the info:
“Katherine Lopez Donation” Acct #73-21253424
Any help will be gratefully appreciated by this family.
May 30, 2011
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May 5, 2011
The Good Boy
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Having seen more plays than I can count as a professional reviewer for 16 years, it’s still a thrill to attend a show that profoundly stirs your heart and soul.
Michael Bonnabel does just that in his solo performance The Good Boy playing at LATC through May 22. Bonnabel, directed by Darin Anthony, pulls you into his bravely open, honest and emotional story of his unusual family—four hearing children who take on extraordinary roles because of the limitations of their deaf parents.
He signs some segments of the show, including his opening song, so it’s clear from the start you’re in for something special. His Danny Kaye-like qualities infuses his narration with vulnerability as he plays his deaf parents, himself as a child, his siblings and a few other memorable characters in the 90 minute show set mostly in the 1960s.
There’s not an empty, wanting moment in his performance—that feels more like a satisfying chat in his family’s living room. He clearly delineates his characters with charming, infectious detail and in the end shows home movies so we can see the humans of his affection for ourselves.
For those of us in the Pasadena area, the local references make the performance even more personal. Aiding the impact of each emotional beat is the production team of set designer John Burton, sound designer Sloe Slawinski, and lighting designer Brandon Baruch. Their work enhances each emotional beat of Bonnabel’s rich tale.
Now stop reading and buy a ticket! I was delighted to see not only his performance full on opening night, the three other shows at LATC were bustling, too. In fact, downtown was hopping like it was Art Walk night. Go experience a life affirming love story.
Show is signed on certain performances. Performances are at 8 pm Thurs-Sat., 2pm Sun. LATC, 514 S. Spring St., L.A. 866-811-4111 www.thelatc.org
May 1, 2011
Sunday at Old Marengo Park
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Thanks to Lawren Markle for the reminder of this afternoon event to hit before you head over to the one year anniversary party at The Ale House at 5pm!
Old Marengo Park at Woodbury and Marengo will be dedicated as an Altadena Heritage Area thanks to the efforts of
the Arroyos & Foothills Conservancy being honored by Altadena Heritage. It’s just one worthy effort local groups are making to preserve open space in the foothills. The following is from the Old Marengo Park release:
Located on the border of Pasadena and Altadena, the park is planted with native trees and plants to demonstrate how low-water gardening can succeed. In-ground catchment basins allow heavy rains to seep down quickly to
recharge groundwater, rather than flow into storm drains and into the ocean. As more landscapers utilize these features, drinking water is conserved, water quality at the beaches improves and heavy rains soak in and do more good.
Funding was provided by Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District, Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, Neighborhood UU Church, Foothill Municipal Water District, and donations from many supporters.
The park was made possible by the work of many people, including area residents. Altadena Heritage recognizes not only the hard work AFC, but the work and donated services of many supporting partners like Mountain View Cemetery, Pasadena Water and Power, J. Harold Mitchell Co. of Altadena, Rain Bird Corporation, Mark Goldschmidt
Design, and PB Construction. Special thanks to L.A. County Supervisor Michael D Antonovich, Altadena Watershed Committee, and Altadena Heritage, along with former AFC board member Rick Carron, AFC board member Michelle Markman, and the tireless Watershed Committee chair Michele Zack who was instrumental in the success of
the park.
“It’s a small park, but it makes a big impact on the area,” said John Howell, AFC’s executive director. “We hope people will enjoy seeing how native plants can be used wonderfully in our gardens, and get ideas about capturing and saving water.”
For a more detailed history of the park, you can read AFC’s newsletter from 2008 here; http://www.arroyosfoothills.org/newsletters/afcnl2008_08.pdf
Since working on the park, AFC has also completed a major successful acquisition of 41 acres in Rubio Canyon, Altadena, and is working to preserve more open space in Pasadena, La Canada, La Crescenta, Altadena, and the neighboring foothills and arroyos.
To learn more or to donate, visit www.arroyosfoothills.org. You can also contact AFC executive director John Howell at 626-796-3004, or johnhowell@arroyosfoothills.org.
About the Arroyos & Foothills Conservancy
Arroyos & Foothills Conservancy is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. Founded in 2000
as Altadena Foothills Conservancy, its project area now encompasses the foothills and
communities of Pasadena, La Canada-Flintridge, Glendale and La Crescenta, along with
Altadena and adjacent areas.
AFC works to preserve natural open spaces, protecting scenic landscapes, native plants
and wildlife, streams and water, and trails and historic sites. It collaborates with property
owners, governments, land trusts, private donors and other stakeholders to acquire,
restore, protect and maintain these natural areas.
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