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Robin Thicke To Perform At Holiday Lighting Celebration
One of the biggest stars in R&B will help Beverly Hills ring in the Holiday season this year. Mayor Lili Bosse confirmed to the Courier Thursday that “singer/songwriter extraordinaire” Robin Thicke is slated to perform at the City’s Rodeo Drive Holiday Lighting Celebration on Nov. 16. Thicke is a four-time GRAMMY nominee and a two-time Soul Train Award winner.
HURRICANE RELIEF – On Wednesday, the Beverly Hills Unified School District launched a fundraising drive to help fellow students, teachers and families in Texas recover from Hurricane Harvey. Pictured (front row, from left): 8th grade Beverly Vista students Sarah Lepkowitz, Sienna Wolfe and Jayden Bulexa; back row: Principal Christian Fuhrer and parent Mark Goldsmith.
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George Christy, Page 6 Dine, Dance And Make Friends During This Weekend-Long Greek Festival On The Campus Of Saint Sophia Cathedral At Normandie And Pico Boulevards. Free Admission On October 7
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Beverly Hills City Council Members Vote Themselves Extra Year In Office
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Michael Libow made a generous donation this week to the BHEF.
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WESTFIELD – To mark the $1 billion renovation of Westfield Century City, the mall partnered with the Infinite Hero Foundation. Pictured (from left): U.S. Veteran and actor JR Martinez, Infinite Hero Foundation Executive Director Laurie Baker, Mayor Eric Garcetti, Westfield Century City Co-CEO’s Peter S. Lowy and Steven M. Lowy, and Councilmember Paul Koretz.
Westfield Century City Unveils $1 Billion Transformation By Laura Coleman With 2,000 shades of lipstick, the new Nordstrom’s in Century City is all about having something for everyone. On Tuesday, just days after closing up shop at Westside Pavilion, Nordstrom Century City opened as a new anchor in tandem with Westfield Century City celebrating its $1 billion renovation. “This is a good moment for Los
Angeles,” L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti said at a press conference just before the shopping mall treated a well-dressed throng to musical performances by DNCE, Fitz and the Tantrums, and the Village People as part of Tuesday evening’s “grand celebration” party. “This $1 billion project really represents how strong this city is.” (see ‘WESTFIELD’ page 19)
Massry Prize Shines Light On Scientific Advances By Laura Coleman One day your gut biome, which is comprised of more than 40 species of bacteria and 20 species of fungus, will be something you freely discuss. Scientists are now predicting that microbiomes, invisible bio-communities of genetically distinct microorganisms abiding within us all, can be manipulated to engender better health and appearance.
In recognition of this health redefining exploration into microbial communities, tomorrow morning at Beverly Hills City Hall the Meira and Shaul G. Massry Foundation will name three pioneers in the field as this year’s Massry Laureates: professors Norman R. Pace (University of Colorado), Rob Knight (University of California, San Diego), and Jeffrey I. Gordon (see ‘MASSRY PRIZE’ page 23)
By Victoria Talbot Unbeknownst to most of the City’s voters, the Beverly Hills City Council members, led by Mayor Lili Bosse, including Vice Mayor Julian Gold and Councilmembers Lester Friedman, John Mirisch and Robert Wunderlich, unanimously voted to give themselves an extra year in office Tuesday afternoon. The agenda item debuted on the City Council Study Session agenda after business hours Friday evening. The City Council vote will mean that Mayor Bosse and Vice Mayor Gold will not be facing an election for nine years in office. In 2015, Gold and Bosse did not have an election because of Bosse’s unprecedented popularity. No candidates surfaced to oppose her run for office. Gold ran on
Bosse’s coattails and was swept into office without an election, though it is not clear he would have won had he been opposed by a viable candidate. Changing the date of Municipal elections is in compliance with State Senate Bill 415, the California Voter Participation Rights Act (Elections Code Sections 14050 – 14057), which requires cities such as Beverly Hills, that currently hold standalone elections, to change their election dates to coincide with statewide election dates unless voter turnout on municipal elections meets a threshold of 75 percent in the past four statewide elections. Turnout for the statewide elections showed 57.02 percent in 2010, 73.05 percent in 2012, 33.7 percent in 2014 and 75.79 percent in 2016 for (see ‘CITY COUNCIL’ page 19)
Planning Commission Sends 9200 Wilshire Back To The Drawing Board By Victoria Talbot Despite erroneous reports locally that the Planning Commission had approved the plans for a proposed mixed-use development at 9200 Wilshire Boulevard, the developer on Monday evening was given specific instructions for modifications and asked to return to the Commission. An Overlay Zone was approved with the project by the City Council in 2007; the proposed development reflects 2017 modifications by the developers. Despite overwhelming
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pressure from Arnold Rosenstein on behalf of New Pacific LLC for a resolution that would memorialize changes directed by the Planning Commission with implied approval prior to seeing the documents , Chair Lori Greene Gordon insisted that the Commission must review the documents without granting approvals for the modifications. Chair Gordon instructed staff to prepare a resolution that included her stipulation to review the documents, which (see ‘9200 WILSHIRE’ page 23)
T H E TO M A N D R I TA SHOW — The 19th annual Greek Festival always enjoys the presence and support of Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson at the Saint Sophia Cathedral, where families gather for 3 days of good times. For more photos, see George Christy’s column on page 6.
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BORN FREE — Attending the Born Free USA fundraiser at Palihouse West Hollywood: actress Abigail Spencer of NBC's Timeless; Mike Fisher, Condé Nast Vice President of Revenue; Born Free USA Board Chairman Sean Cassidy; Frank Valentini, Executive Producer and Director of General Hospital and event host committee member; and Prashant Khetan, Born Free USA CEO and General Counsel.
Born Free USA Raises Awareness, Funds To Protect Wildlife At Palihouse By Laura Coleman There’s a statistic that Born Free USA CEO Prashant K. Khetan likes to share: specifically, in the past half-century, 50 percent of the world’s total wildlife population has disappeared. It’s a shocking statistic the head of the animal welfare and wildlife conservation nonprofit is hoping will not be prescient for the future. Last Thursday night, Born Free USA hosted ‘A Celebration of Wildlife’ event at the Palihouse West Hollywood to benefit wildlife protection in the U.S. According to Khetan, the event netted $100,000. All funds, he said, will benefit the Born Free USA Primate
Sanctuary in Texas as well as be used to help fund political campaigns to protect wildlife and safeguard The Endangered Species Act. “We are facing a crucial time where if we don’t look out for and protect wildlife, they will not exist,” he said. “Our mantra is to keep wildlife in the wild.” Born Free’s 200-acre Primate Sanctuary in Texas, the largest in the country, houses around 600 primates amassed from research facilties, universities, zoos, and families who once kept the primates as pets. For more information, visit: www.bornfreeusa.org.
BHEF DONATION — Beverly Hills realtor Michael J. Libow presents a $25,700 check to BHEF to benefit the Beverly Hills High School Performing Arts Department. This marks Libow’s third year of supporting the incredibly talented individuals participating in the high school program. For years, Libow has been a devoted contributor to BHEF, the fundraising arm of Beverly Hills Unified School District. “I was looking for another way to give back to the school while directing funds in ways that are meaningful to me,” he said of this week’s donation. Under his sponsorship, BHHS started the season with The Bomb-itty of Errors, a rap version of Shakespeare's Comedy of Errors. Pictured (from left): Libow, BHHS music teacher Bill Bradbury and BHEF President Cindy Trost.
Beverly Hills High Students To Select Gender Neutral Homecoming Court By Laura Coleman In this time of increasing gender fluidity, Beverly Hills High School students are taking a stand against an archaic tradition – namely, Homecoming court royalty. For the first time in the school’s history, this year’s Homecoming court will be comprised of two students from each grade level, rather than a senior king and queen or any other gender defining imperial title. “For students who don’t identify under a gender or don’t necessarily want to come out as transgender, this gives them an opportunity to participate,” said BHHS senior Sarabeth Tansey, who serves as the PR coordinator for ASB, the high school group that helps organize the annual event. Selecting a gender-neutral Homecoming court will also give a chance for, say, a gay couple to be named, she added.
ROYAL REBELLION—Sophia Miller at last year’s Homecoming ceremony. Photo by Vivian Geilim
“This brings more awareness to the fact that people are able to identify in any way they want,” Sarabeth said. The first round of nominations for this year’s court are this week. Winners will be announced at the Oct. 20 Homecoming football game at BHHS. IN NEED OF A HOME — Tristen is a 2-year-old, 25pound Wheaten Terrier Mix who is great with kids and other dogs. He was found as a stray with no collar or chip about a month ago. He is ready to find his forever home. To learn about Tristen and how to adopt him, visit www.shelterhopepetshop. org.
Beverly Hills Schedules Santa Monica Boulevard Reconstruction Meetings By Victoria Talbot The City of Beverly Hills will hold two community meetings on the next phase of the Santa Monica Boulevard reconstruction project, Segment Three, the portion from Alpine Drive to Doheny Drive. Currently, construction is wrapping up and expected to be completed on Segment Two in time for the holiday shopping season. The community will have the
opportunity to express their concerns regarding the upcoming construction plans for Segment Three and to learn about the construction plans. The two meetings will include a business-oriented meeting at the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce Boardroom, located at 9400 S. Santa Monica Blvd., 2nd floor, on Tuesday, Oct. 10 at 8:30 a.m. and a resident-oriented meeting, also Oct. 10, at 7 p.m. in the Municipal Gallery at City Hall.
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Bernice ‘Bee’ Korshak Dies At Age 98
FATHER ED INSTALLED AT GOOD SHEPHERD– Father Ed Benioff, who has served the Church of the Good Shepherd as parish administrator for the past two years, was installed by Bishop Ed Clark Sunday as the pastor for the community. Pictured (from left) are Beverly Hills Police Chief Sandra Spagnoli, Father Ed, Bishop Clark, Beverly Hills Mayor Lili Bosse and Assistant BHPD Chief Marc Coopwood, who joined in the celebration.
Beverly Hills Readies Disaster Preparedness In Case Of Emergency By Victoria Talbot Imagine it is 4:55 a.m. and a 7.1 earthquake hits Beverly Hills. A low rumble builds quickly to a roar. Buildings roll or shake violently, and the sound of falling, breaking, snapping and shattering permeates your reality. Your children awaken, screaming. Burglar and car alarms ring throughout the City. Amidst falling debris, you run to their rooms to ensure they are safe, and the ground continues shaking for 35 endless seconds. There you are. It’s not just some
other country or city – it happens here. What do you do? You reach for your cell phone for emergency instructions from the City of Beverly Hills. Beverly Hills’ mass-notification system allows large numbers of people to be contacted simultaneously by email, text message, cell phones and landlines, disseminating critical information in a matter of less than 15 minutes to the entire population of Beverly Hills. The events that have occured in Las Vegas this week, in which innocent (see ‘EMERGENCIES’ page 23)
Operation Smile To Be Honored By Operation Walk Oct. 28 in Beverly Hills By Matt Lopez Operation Walk, a Los Angelesbased medical humanitarian organization, is hosting its annual gala on Oct. 28 at The Beverly Wilshire, honoring Operation Smile and its co-founders Dr. William P. Magee, Jr. and Kathleen S. Magee. Dr. Lawrence Dorr, founder of Operation Walk – which performs free hip and knee replacement surgeries to patients with no access to medical care – modeled his organization after Operation Smile. Founded in 1982, Operation Smile performs free surgeries for children and young adults in developing countries who are born with cleft lip, cleft palate or other facial deformities. The gala will help raise money for Operation Walk’s surgical missions in Los Angeles and
around the world, the latest in which a team of 60 volunteers from Los Angeles operated on 50 patients in Antigua, Guatemala. Since founded in 1996, Operation Walk has performed free hip and knee replacement surgeries for more than 10,000 people, allowing them to walk, work and be pain-free. Celebrity attendees at the gala will include Chrissy Metz (This Is Us), Emily Osment (Young & Hungry, Hannah Montana), Mallory Jansen (Agents of SHIELD) and Kim Whitley (Young & Hungry). The event will be hosted by KNBC’s Chuck Henry, with performances by comedian Tom Dressen and Broadway singer Michael Maguire. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.operationwalk.org/tickets. All donations are tax deductible.
Convicted Child Molester, Mendel Tevel, Reported To Be In Beverly Hills By Victoria Talbot Convicted child molester Rabbi Mendel Tevel, has reportedly been seen in Beverly Hills. Anonymous reports place Tevel, also known as Menachem Tevel at the JEM Community Center – where his father-in-law Rabbi Hertzel Illulian is the center’s director – in the past three weeks. He is not currently registered in California as a sex offender, and not required to register unless he is a state resident. Tevel was arrested in Beverly Hills at the JEM Center and extradited to New York in Oct. 2013 on a New York warrant issued for several counts of criminal sex acts with minors.
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Tevel was convicted of “Deviate Sexual Intercourse” with a 16-year-old male when he was a “Person in position of Authority,” according to his registration in the state of New York. (see ‘MENDEL TEVEL’ page 23)
By John L. Seitz Bernice “Bee” Korshak, one of Beverly Hills’ most popular hostesses and the widow of famed powerhouse attorney Sidney Korshak, died in her Beverly Hills home on Sept. 29 at 98. Moving to Los Angeles from Nevada, where she was born Aug. 7, 1919, the former Bernice Stewart attended Hollywood High School and L.A. City College, becoming an actress and model. She was then off to New York where she added professional ice skater and dancer to her repertoire. She married Sidney in 1943 and after living in Chicago, the couple moved to California, where they raised
their sons, Stuart and Harry, and daughter Kate. Besides their children, she is survived by daughters-in-law Louise and Victoria, and son-in-law Michael Cathey; five grandchildren and four great-grandsons. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Anne Douglas Center for Homeless Women in Los Angeles or the Barbara Sinatra Center for Abused Children in Rancho Mirage would be appreciated by the family.
David Geffen Gifts $150 Million For Los Angeles County Museum Of Art Revamp By Matt Lopez Business magnate, studio executive and philanthropist David Geffen announced this week that he has pledged $150 million toward building a new Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Geffen’s gift is the largest on record toward the construction of an American museum and brings LACMA’s fundraising total to $450 million of the $650 million asked to break ground on a modernist Peter Zumthor building. (see ‘DAVID GEFFEN’ page 16)
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Dine and dance and make friends at the weekend-long L.A. Greek Festival on the campus of Saint Sophia’s Greek Orthodox Cathedral, founded during the 1930s, and a designated landmark in California.
A family affair. Moms and Dads
and Kids. Grandmas and Grandpas. Uncles and Aunts. Also: dating couples and singles who may hook up with a companion.
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he 19th annual L.A. Greek Festival opens tonight on the campus of the historic Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral at Normandie and Pico Boulevards.
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ood-timers will gather this October weekend to relish in the pleasure of making new friends and savoring home-cooked food prepared a la minute via the loyal parishioners. Dancing or learning to dance a la Greek to the bouzouki favorites of the Aegean islanders. Performed by Takis Kokotas and his Omega Band.
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long-handled string instrument, not unlike a lute, the bouzouki is popular for its minor mode music.
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he Very Reverend John Bakas, dean of the Cathedral, created the festival “to celebrate and continue the culture of our Greek community in Los Angeles”.
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amilies delight in the taste of the grilled spring lamb prepared with his special blend of spices by “grill master” Father Chris Kolentsas, the Cathedral’s assistant priest.
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ot to be missed is the saganaki, the f l a m i n g cheese. The savory dips. Hellenic dishes such as stuffed vine leaves, stuffed tomatoes and zucchini, the herb-flavored keftedes (meatballs).
A popular booth is the flaming cheese, known as saganaki The Saint Sophia Greek Dancers also offer dancing lessons
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et’s not overlook the desserts, from baklava to kataifi, or the honeyglazed loukoumades that very likely inspired the famous beignets of New Orleans.
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ount on Tom Hanks and wife Rita Wilson, who’s of Greek heritage and whose heirs, Chester and Marlon, are being raised in the Orthodox faith.
Rita Wilson and the Very Reverend John Bakas, the Dean of Saint Sophia’s Cathedral
Feta cheese tops the Greek salad, accompanied by a glass of Retsina wine
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ia Vardalos of My Big Fat Greek Wedding fame comes by and participates in leading the free Greek dance lessons.
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e aim to extend our philoxenia – hospitality! – to our city and visitors from the environs,” says Father Bakas. “The proceeds from the festival benefit the Cathedral’s philanthropic ministries and ongoing endeavors to strengthen and support our neighboring communities. The festival is sponsored by the L.A. Chargers and the Spanos family.”
The honey-glazed loukoumades may have inspired the favorite beignets of New Orleans
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dmission is free on opening day, Oct. 6, with the gates opening at 5 p.m..
Saturday,
Oct. 7, with hours from noon to 11 p.m. Featuring the Saint Sophia dancers. Music all day and night by vocalist Takis Kototas, the bouzouki stylings by Alex Galas and the Omega Band.
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unday, Oct. 8, noon to 10 p.m.
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n Saturday and Sunday, admission is $5 for adults; $3 for seniors; and no charge for children 12 or younger.
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omplimentary satellite parking and shuttle service is provided.
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nce more, let’s face the music and dance the hasapiko, kalamatiano, syrto, kritiko and the tzamiko!
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pa! As they cheer in the “old country.” Online at www.bhcourier.com/category/george-christy
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HOW DO Y O U F E E L ? Actor Muhney To Israel Cancer Research Fund Sets ‘Unlocking Cures’ Gala H E A LT H & W E L L N E S S
Chair L.A. Cancer Challenge
Actor Michael Muhney will serve as honorary chair for the L.A. Cancer Challenge (LACC) 5K/10K/15K Walk/Run, beginning with 6 a.m. registration, Sunday, Oct. 29 in UCLA Wilson Plaza. The LACC Halloween charity race is produced and sponsored by the Hirshberg Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer (http://www.pancreatic.org), a national, non-profit advancing pancreatic cancer research and providing information, resources and support to patients and their families. In its 20 years, the LACC has raised more than $7.3 million dollars for pancreatic cancer research, to date. In step with the Hirshberg Foundation’s motto, “Never Give Up,” Muhney has been fighting for a pancreatic cancer cure since he lost his favorite uncle to the fatal disease in 2005. Adult race registration starts at $45 (5K/10K/15K) and $15 for the Kids Can Cure Fun Run for ages 2-7. The Fit Family Expo is free and open to the public . For more information, visit www.LACancerChallenge.com.
The L.A. Chapter of Israel Cancer Research Fund (ICRF) will host its major fundraising gala “Unlocking Cures,” Saturday, Nov. 11 at the Four Seasons on Doheny Drive. The evening will begin with a cocktail reception in the hotel’s outdoor courtyard at 6:30 p.m., followed by dinner and program at 7:30 p.m. Co-chaired by fund L.A. Board Members Candice Rosen and David Cohan, the event will honor actress Bonnie Hunt and David Snyder, M.D., and will feature Nobel Laureate Dr. Avram Hershko with Technion, Israel Institute of Technology. This year, Dr. Hershko was awarded an ICRF grant to work on “Roles of the Ubiquitin System in the control of cell division and in cancer.” In 2004, Hershko, whose worked has been funded by ICRF for many years, shared Israel’s first Nobel Prize in Chemistry. Actor Ben Savage (Boy Meets World and Girl Meets World) will emcee and entertainment will be provided by The Tokens (The Lion Sleeps Tonight). A cancer-inspired symposium on Friday, Nov. 10 will feature ICRF and City of Hope can-
Dr. David Snyder Dr. Avram Hershko in his lab.
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cer researchers and experts. Also on hand for the weekend will be Rob Densen, ICRF national president. “David and I hope to educate the L.A. community about this very worthwhile organization to raise critical funds for bench work cancer research” said Rosen.
Added Cohen, “ICRF merges the needs of cancer researchers with the ingenuity and resources of Israel. This gala is our opportunity to do our part to support them both—we must do our part. The good that comes of the research knows no borders. We hope the community will lend their support to this worthwhile event for the benefit of all mankind.” • Hunt will be recognized for her work on behalf of cancer research. Before her career as a comedian, actress, TV host, producer, director and writer, she was an oncology nurse, who served under the direction of Dr. Steven Rosen, now the City of Hope’s provost and chief scientific officer.
• Dr. Snyder joined City of Hope in 1984, having trained at Harvard Medical School, and is a nationally recognized authority on using stem cells to treat blood disorders, including Leukemia. Tickets are $400 per person. Table underwriting and sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, contact the Israel Cancer Research Fund at 818-986-2100 or register online at www.icrfla.org. ICRF sponsors research in 20 hospitals, universities and cancer research centers throughout Israel. Since its inception in 1975, ICRF has contributed more than $64 million to underwrite more than 2,300 research grants.
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Cultural Heritage To Consider Colker’s 76 Landmarking, Despite Owner’s Objection By Victoria Talbot The Cultural Heritage Commission will consider landmark proceedings and hold a preliminary hearing for the Jack Colker’s Union 76 Service Center at 427 N. Canon Drive to determine if the property merits consideration for nomination onto the Beverly Hills Register of Historic Properties Tuesday. The “Coogie” architecture with the sweeping triangular canopy assumed global significance, as images of the station flooded the media following the death of the worldrenowned architect, Gin D. Wong, FAIA. Following his death, the images appeared alongside Wong’s spaceship-like modernist LAX Theme building, the Transamerica Pyramid in San Francisco, CBS Television City and the ARCO Tower – all buildings which elevate the profound relationship between architecture and technology, science and visionary perspective. Certainly, a relic of the notorious Southern California “car culture” that permeated the mid-century era, the station’s soaring canopy would attract motorists with its futuristic pathos and gravity-defying arch. The proceedings come at the direction of the Beverly Hills City Council. It is the first time the council has endorsed a nomination against the wishes of the property owner, which is a reflection on the notoriety of the architecture as a piece of history in the City of Beverly Hills. Considered for local landmark status in 2013, designation proceedings were abandoned after they were initiated because the designation lacked owner support. At the time, the Cultural Heritage Ordinance was undergoing reconsideration to enhance certainty among property owners and to incorporate incentives that would inspire them to consider voluntary initiation. At the City Council meeting on Sept. 19, Glen Leisure, a family member representing the interests of the property owners, opposed the landmark initiation proceedings. “The structure is unique,” he acknowledged, “built for a single purpose that limits the use. There may come a time when that use may not be applicable. Landmarking would restrict the use of the property. If it was no longer a
gas station, what could it be?” Leisure said that his grandfather had acquired the property during the 1920s and opened a gas station; the property has been operating as a gas station ever since. As so many iconic structures continue to fall to the wrecking ball, the importance of preserving something so unique becomes more compelling. Thus, Councilmember John Mirisch asked that the historic designation be placed on the agenda. “This building is one of the reasons we have a Cultural Heritage Ordinance,” said Mirisch, adding perspective to the potential designation without owner support. The City Council voted unanimously to send the project back to the Cultural Heritage Commission for review, to see if it would still qualify as an historic resource, and to look at potential adaptive re-uses for the property, as well. Included in the staff report is a brief prepared by the National Park Service on adaptive reuse of historic gas stations, which has extensive suggestions about the preservation aspects of the building. However, the article does not answer the question posed by Leisure. That answer may be a function of its location, across from the historic Post OfficeTurned-Performing Arts Center, and adjacent to a path traipsed by hundreds of visitors to the City each day. The staff report articulates that the property appears to satisfy the City’s criteria for designation as a local landmark. It is at least 45 years of age and is a property of extraordinary significance; it possesses high aesthetic value and embodies distinctive characteristics of an architectural style or period; it retains substantial integrity from the period of significance; it has continued historic value; it is an exceptional work by a master architect; and it is an iconic property, per the staff report. The Cultural Heritage Commission meeting will be at City Hall Oct. 10 at 1:30 p.m. Should the commission make the findings to recommend designation as a local historic landmark, their recommendation will be considered by the City Council at a future date.
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FILL ‘ER UP– Jack Colker’s 76 Station at the corner of South Santa Monica Boulevard and Crescent is one of the City’s more distinguishable landmarks and it will be considered for Local Landmark designation by the City’s Cultural Heritage Commission.
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A BIG BEVERLY HILLS WELCOME TO THE ‘HOOD– Mary Lee Blaylock, President and CEO Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Beverly Hills Vice Mayor Julian A. Gold, Beverly Hills Branch Manager Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties Nick Cacarnakis and Executive Director of the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce Todd Johnson weild the scissors for the official ribbon cutting of the new office at 131 S. Rodeo Drive.
Beverly Hills Chamber Welcomed Berkshire Hathaway to Rodeo Drive By Victoria Talbot Real estate giant Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties officially cut the ribbon for its new offices on Rodeo Drive last week, with an appropriate display of fanfare and hoopla befitting their new location. Music pulsed from the new office, located at 131 S. Rodeo Dr. on the ground-floor level, and caterers wafted through the tasteful desk spaces, anticipating the arrival of Vice Mayor Julian Gold. Vice Mayor Gold joined Mary Lee Blaylock, president/CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Nick Cacarnakis, Beverly Hills branch manager, and Todd Johnson executive director of the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce to cut the ribbon and officially open the office for business. The event featured live entertain-
ment and a silent auction, with an exclusive preview of Doyle’s Fall 2018 Fine Jewelry Collection. “Many of our agents have worked with generations of clients, and never forget that their loyalty is a big part of the reason we opened a new office on Rodeo Drive,” said Carcarnakis. “It’s a premier location in every sense of the word. Being across from the iconic Beverly Wilshire means we can attract an international clientele as well.” Blaylock added: “Our new flagship office emulates the consistent professionalism of our real estate agents and staff,” she said. “Our commitment to growth and the pursuit of excellence in serving our clients remains the focal point of all we do.” Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California supports nearly 3,000 sales associates in nearly 60 offices from the central coast to San Diego, representing more than $12 billion in sales in 2016.
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Shelton Sings And Tells Tales Of Sinatra & Me In Hollywood Show Actor/singer Richard Shelton shares his “synchronicity” with famed singer Frank Sinatra in his one-man show Sinatra & Me, coming for one-night only, at 8:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 12 to the Catalina Jazz Club, 6725 W. Sunset Blvd., Hollywood Englishman Shelton first noticed the musical legend at age 6 when he saw a picture of the singer in a magazine and asked his mother who he was. “Even at a young age I was aware of Sinatra.” Years later, Shelton won “Best Actor in a Leading Role” for his portrayal of Sinatra in the drama Rat Pack Confidential in London’s West End. At the time, Shelton was 41, and playing Sinatra in “a dark drama that explored the underbelly and vulnerability of the Rat Pack.” Inspired by his win, Shelton decided to look “behind the blue eyes” of Sinatra and explore the spirit and charisma of one of the world’s most beloved entertainers. Following his dream and making the journey to America, which Shelton details in his show, he recorded his debut album An Englishman In Love In
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L.A. including Sinatra hits like Where Or When, Young At Heart, Smile, And I Love Her and My Kind Of Girl. “I’m always struck with the honesty of his singing,” says Shelton. “When I hear him I’m instantly transported. You can hear the joy in Fly Me To The Moon and sadness in One For My Baby (and One More For The Road). He can make you sit up and listen, fall in love or drink til 3 a.m.” Shelton recorded the album in Columbia Records famed Studio B where Sinatra recorded, and was joined by some of (see ‘SHELTON’ page 18)
Robert Creighton (center) and the company of Cagney.
Photo by Carol Rosegg
‘Tough Guy In Tap Shoes,’ Cagney The Musical Comes To L.A. With Original New York Cast Producer Riki Kane Larimer, along with Kate Edelman Jackson, are bringing famed actor Jimmy Cagney back to L.A. They’re both producers of Cagney The Musical, which opened Thursday and settles in for a run through Sunday, Oct. 29 at the El Portal Theatre’s Debbie Reynolds Mainstage, 5269 Lankershim, Blvd. North Hollywood. Larimer is on the board of the New York Theatre Company
where the musical, with book by Peter Colley and music and lyrics by Robert Crieghton (who also stars as Cagney) and Christopher McGovern, opened Thursday for an initial five-week run. That turned into a 14-month stint at New York’s West Side Theatre to great critical acclaim. Beverly Hills resident Kate Edelman Johnson, in New York often as a board member of the Actor’s Fund of America, saw the play early in its run and
“started to cry,” she says. “It was my life.” The set is filed with posters of Cagney classics including many of the 13 films her father Louis F. Edelman, produced with the actor, including the iconic White Heat, which featuring prominently in the musical. The climactic scene, recreated in the show’s Action number—where Cody Jarrett blows up a gas storage tank while (see ‘CAGNEY’ page 18)
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TO SEE AND BE SEEN
OPENING DAY—The Beverly Hills Women’s Club kicked off its 2017-18 season with a presentation by Michael Maguire. The former Broadway star (Tony winner as Enjolras in Les Misérables) is founder of Beverly Hills’ family law firm Michael L. Maguire & Associates and received the City of Los Angeles Restoration Award in 1999 for his work on a historic landmark building. Boardmember Sophie Grusq coordinated a Joie Madame fashion show featuring vintage haute couture covering six decades of French fashion. Club member models “walked” designs by Coco Chanel, Yves St. Laurent and Christian Dior. Club secretary Jasmine Rafati of Kazanjian Brothers Beverly Hills coordinated jewelry and accessories. Photos by Maxine Picard
BEVERLY HILLS WOMEN–Members of the Beverly Hills Women’s Club model Joie Madame fashions to kick off the new season–(top photo from left): Sali Lewally, Flora Zomorodi, Jasmine Rafati, Sally Pai Unruh, Simone Lithinac, Mary Ann Tapper, Patricia Rust and Mara New. Lower image (from left): Past BHWC President Mumsey Nemiroff, BHWC President Elena Danielson, Michael Maguire and Jasmine Rafati. Seated: Sophie Grusq.
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COURIER IN CATANIA–The Courier traveled to Palazzo Asmundo, one of the majestic historical buildings that form the four corners of Piazza Mazzini in Catania, Italy. With a view of the Ionian sea (an embayment of the Mediterranean Sea), Catonia is beneath Mount Etna, an active volcano, and near Duomo, the oldest and most famous fish market in Italy. Pictured left to right are Michael Kucera, James Kucera, Rosalie Canfield, City of Beverly Hills Publicist Dana Beesen, Blazine Monaco, Fran Pennypacker and Lin Pennypacker. To join the club, email mlopez@bhcourier.com.
Dalian Wanda Group’s Bonds Get Downgraded To ‘Junk’ Level By Matt Lopez The bad news keeps rolling in for China’s Dalian Wanda Group. The Financial Times reported this week that S&P Global had downgraded Wanda – the chinese entertainment and development conglomerate – to “junk” level. Wanda’s bonds were downgraded from BBB- to BB. Wanda – which is currently in development on the $1.2 billion One Beverly Hills project – sold off $9.4 billion of its hotel portfolio in July. According to the Financial Times,
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"There is no great city without a great museum," Geffen told the Los Angeles Times Wednesday by phone from his Beverly Hills home. "Los Angeles is the city of the future, and with the involvement of those who support
S&P is concerned that with the hotel fire sale, the company will “lose cash flows used to service debt.” Wanda came under scrutiny over the summer from the Chinese government regulators, which ordered China’s biggest banks to cease making loans to billionaire Wang Jianlin’s Wanda Group which would be used to finance overseas acquisitions. In addition to its real estate portfolio, Wanda is owner of the Legendary Entertainment and the AMC Theatres chain.
art and architecture here, the creation of this building is a very important event." The Geffen gift is the largest single cash gift from an individual in LACMA’s history and comes after more than three years of relentless fundraising spearheaded by museum Director Michael Govan, the Times reported.
NOTICE OF COMMISSION/ FOUNDATION VACANCIES The Beverly Hills City Council is seeking qualified candidates to fill vacancies on the following Commission/Foundation:
CHARITABLE SOLICITATIONS COMMISSION – One Vacancy COMMUNITY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION – One Vacancy Please note that you can only apply to one vacancy per application cycle. Deadline to apply for the above Commission/Foundation has been extended to Friday, November 3, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. For more information on the Commission and Foundation positions, please visit the City’s website at www.beverlyhills.org or call the City Clerk’s Office at (310) 285-2400 to obtain the application form by mail or e-mail. BYRON POPE, MMC City Clerk
This Week In Beverly High Athletics Football Tonight @ Santa Monica, 7 p.m. Girls Volleyball Nov. 1 @ Brentwood School, 3:15 p.m. Nov. 4 @ Culver City, 4:30 p.m. Cross Country
Nov. 6 @ Ocean League Finals at Kenneth Hahn Park, 1:30 p.m. Girls Tennis Nov. 5 @ CIF Team Playoffs, TBD. Boys Water Polo Nov. 5 @ Torrance, 3 p.m.
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HILLEL AT ‘SC HONORED FOR COMMITMENT TO STUDENT HEALTH – The Beverly Hills Health & Safety Commission honored USC Hillel for its outstanding commitment to student health, including a wellness fair, one-on-one support for mental health, meditation, yoga, hiking, and healthy eating options. Pictured above (from left): Commissioner Gary Ross, Vice Chair Myra Demeter, Ph.D., member of the Board of Directors Sharona R. Nazarian, Chair Daniel Nazarian, DMD, Hillel Executive Director Bailey London, Commissioners Lisa K. Schwartz and Myra Lurie, and Chair of the Board of Directors Deborah Kallick.
Beverly Hills Farmers Market To Host ‘Funtastic’ Scavenger Hunt Sunday By Matt Lopez The Beverly Hills Farmers Market will be a “funtastic” place for kids this weekend as the market hosts a free “Funtastic Kids Day” Sunday from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Kids in attendance will play a scavenger hunt game, with farm stands mapped out on a passport/game card. The map will lead kids to six farm stands where they can sample food, ask questions and get the passport stamped.
After completing the scavenger hunt, youth can collect a prize in the specially-designated “Kid Zone.” In addition to the game, pumpkins will be available – while supplies last – to decorate and take home. The Farmers Market is located on the 9300 block of Civic Center Drive, between Third Street and Santa Monica Boulevard. Free two-hour parking is available in the Civic Center Parking garage just off Rexford Drive.
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shouting his famous “Made it Ma! Top of the world—was inspired by her father watching newsreel footage. ”That was the ending and scriptwriters Ivan Goff and Ben Roberts worked backwards from there,” Edelman Johnson says. She convinced Larimer that the show had to come to L.A. “It’s about the movies and I knew it would be a big hit here,” Edelman Johnson says. Cagney follows the life of the legendary actor from the streets of New York to his rise from a vaudeville songand-dance man to one of Hollywood’s biggest stars as the original tough guy. Creighton leads a cast of six that tap dance through a score that blends original music with classic George M. Cohan favorites, from Yankee Doodle Dandy, Give My Regards To Broadway and You’re A Grand Old Flag.
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Sinatra’s original musicians. At a party at the studio after the recording, Shelton met a TV producer who told him she had a friend who owned an antique store “and was trying to find a home for Frank Sinatra’s tuxedo,” says Shelton. “I told her to look no further,” recalls Shelton. “I tried it on and it fit like a glove.” It’s a special moment in the show when he puts it on, transforms into the singer and launches into I’ve Got You Under My Skin. Other highlights in the show of 12 Sinatra hits and three original songs are In the Wee Small Hours of The Morning—”I think it sums up pain and lowliness so beautifully,” Shelton says—
BEVERLY HILLS In songs like Tough Guy and How Will I Be Remembered, Cagney laments being stereotyped and how after leaving Warner Bros. and Jack Warner his films failed and in Warner’s words “he had to come crawling back.” The musical also explores Cagney’s appearance before the House UnAmerican Actitivies Committee after he’s accused of being a communist for his social activis, and his work as president of the Screen Actors Guild advocating for better wages and working conditions. “He fought for the underdog,” says Edelman Johnson of the actor “who had a lovely home in Beverly Hills on Coldwater Canyon.” Performances are Tuesday-Sunday. Tickets range from $25-$75. To purchase and for more information, call 8966-811-4111 or visit CagneyThe Musical.com. —Steve Simmons
framed around a discussion of the singer’s relationship with Ava Gardner. It’s followed by an a capella version of My Foolish Heart. Shelton is quick to point out that the show is not an impersonation, but an exploration of how the singer has influenced his life and “helped me evoke a moment in time for audiences. It’s and honor to occupy his space.” He also proud of the moments in the show when he discusses Sinatra’s civil right advocacy and standing up for fellow singers Sammy Davis Jr. and Ella Fitzgerald. “I suppose that moment has the biggest most powerful punch in the show,” Shelton says. Tickets range from $15-$30. For more information, visit www.catalinajazzclub.com. — Steve Simmons
AMERICA’S SWEETHEART OF SONG–Musical icon Connie Francis (right) visited Beverly Hills this week to introduce her upcoming and definitely revealing autobiography, Among My Souvenirs, The Real Story, V1 scheduled for a December release. The singer/actress earned eight Gold Records during her heyday from 1958 through the 60's and personally penned the book without ghostwriters so her amazing life-story is told first-hand. She is greeted by her longtime friend, Beverly Hills songwriter Carol Connors.
‘An Evening With Neile Adams’ Brings Songs, Stories To the Catalina Broadway, film and TV star, Neile Adams will present ”An Evening With Neile Adams,” featuring songs like On A Clear Day You Can See Forever, Is That All There Is?, Time Heals Everything, I Got Lost In His Arms, Too Marvelous For Words, Smile and How Lucky Can You Get?, at 7:30 p.m., Sunday Oct. 15 at the Catalina Jazz Club, 6725 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood. Adams (Kismet, The Pajama Game, At The Grand) was personally selected by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II to play a lead in their first National Company Tour of Me And Juliet.
Adams is a member of the charitable organization, SHARE and is a board member of The Boys Republic of Chino Hills. Adams wrote her bestseller My Husband, My Friend, about her life with her former husband, Steve McQueen. In December 2006 a 20th anniversary edition of Adams’ book was rereleased by AuthorHouse and is now available at www.amazon.com. In recent years Adams has created and presented her own cabaret shows Tickets for the 75-minute show may be purchased by calling 323-466-2210, or online at www.catalinajazzclub.com. ROCKIN’ GUEST STAR —Beverly Hills Rocker Steve Cooke (left) will appear in episode 3 of comedian Rob Schneider’s Netflix comedy series Real Rob. The second season premiered last week. Real Rob depicts an exaggerated version of the ups and downs of Schneider’s personal and professional life in Hollywood along with his stand-up comedy performances. Other guest stars include Adam Sandler, Michael Madsen and Haylie Duff.
Film Review—The Mountain Between Us Is Tale of Survival And Unnecessary Love By Adam Sherman Based on the 2011 novel by Charles Martin, The Mountain Between Us focuses on two strangers, Dr. Ben Bass (Idris Elba) and Alex Martin (Kate Winslet) in the aftermath of a charter plane crash. When their flight to Denver is cancelled, the duo decide to take a flight to Denver to make it to their actual final destinations – for Alex, her wedding, and for Ben, a surgery. Unfortunately the pilot (Beau Bridges) has a heart attack midflight and the couple wind up stranded in the wilderness. With no sign of rescue and little sustenance available, the two strangers must work together and find a way back to civilization, growing closer in the meantime. There’s no prelude because there's not much to talk about, save that the film took five years to adapt and produce, and the original director dropped out. The premise has been done before in other books and and films, so not much to talk about there. What saves the film from being forgetful are two aspects: the chemistry between Idris Elba and Kate Winslet, and Ramin Djawadi's (Westworld 2017, Iron Man) score. Idris Elba proves himself to be a
strong leading man, managing to capture Ben's sense of regret, fear, and determination perfectly. Kate Winslet also does decently as Alex, conveying her own doubts well, while still managing to be willing to keep going in spite of her obstacles. The two's interactions in the first two thirds of the film are genuinely engaging and entertaining, leading us to want to learn more about their lives up until this point. If the film had remained focused on camaraderie and moving on from doubts and grief, it could have made for an excellent character piece. Unfortunately, it gradually becomes clear that the film will move more in a romantic direction with the duo, at which point, the development comes off as trite. While the chemistry remains strong between the two, and the romance doesn't come out of nowhere, it is rather disappointing that the film runs with the idea of “male and female stranger” + “wilderness survival” = romance. However, if one is looking for something more conventional than this week's Blade Runner 2049 or My Little Pony: The Movie, they could do far worse. Rating: 6.4 out of 10
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BEVERLY HILLS INTERNATIONAL STYLE IN BEVERLY HILLS – Local stylist Tina Cassaday brought her own brand of hair care magic to a group of Japanese coiffure students last week in a masterclass on hairstyling, haircutting, trichology and BananaBanana conditioner held at Lukaro Salon at 323 N. Beverly Dr. The Yamano Beauty College students flew in from Japan with owner Jane Yamano. Hairstylist Kana Ishii translated. "I loved my time with these enthusiastic students" said Cassaday.
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an average turnout of 45.29 percent in the last four statewide elections By contrast, turnout was 24.63 percent in the March 2017 municipal election. The bill is intended to increase voter turnout by consolidating municipal elections with statewide elections. The next city council election was scheduled for March 2019, an odd year. Therefore, Tuesday afternoon, the council was tasked with setting elections to coincide with statewide elections in March or November of even-numbered years, without adding more than 12 months to any terms of office. Thus, to move elections forward to November of even years would have been an impermissible increase in term lengths. (Originally slated for June and November, to coincide with the State’s June primary dates, SB568 was signed by Governor Jerry Brown Sept. 27 to move the State’s primary up to March.) California cities’ SB415 consolidation plans must be adopted by Jan. 1, 2018, and must be in affect by November 2022. One scenario that was not considered by the council would move elections to November of even years. The City could hold elections as planned in March 2019, and March 2021 and reduce the terms of those elected in the 2019 elections by four months. The City could also move the election for Wunderlich, Mirisch and Friedman to November 2020, reducing the terms four months. Those elected in 2019 would face an election in November 2022. In another scenario, the City could move elections currently scheduled for March of odd-numbered years back by four months, to be held in November of the preceding even-numbered years during the statewide elections. But the Council unanimously rejected the option of elections being held in November, after a public comment. Recreation and Parks Commissioner Judie Fenton, with the only public comments, and who managed the campaigns of both Julian Gold and Lester
‘DANCE’ WITH THE MAYOR & CELEBRATE BOSSE’S BIRTHDAY Get ready to “shake like Shakira,” said Sweet Beverly owner Gabriel Frem. He will be throwing a party for Bosse in Beverly Canon Gardens Monday when Walk with the Mayor visits Sweet Beverly. And Frem knows how to throw a party! Billed as “Dance with the Mayor,” the festivities start at the Crescent steps of City Hall at 8:30 a.m. Monday morning and they will conclude at Sweet Beverly with liberal refreshments and dancing in the park.
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Friedman, objected to a November consolidation. Her argument was that such a consolidation would “confuse” voters because the BHUSD School Board elections would be on the same ballot. It is unclear if she was referring to the candidates or the community when she anticipated they would be confused. Her argument was repeated by both Friedman and Gold, the candidates she supported, though it is unclear why a highly educated population would be confused. Mirisch also insisted that elections be in March, though he said he was not concerned about when the elections were consolidated. “I’m the only one who has run as many elections as we sic. [FTA Events & Marketing] have… Increasing terms leaves the option open for all the councilmembers to become mayor,” said Fenton. “Robert Wunderlich then becomes mayor and all five [councilmembers] become mayor.” Fenton said that reducing terms was, “unfair.” Wunderlich, the lowest vote-getter in the most recent election, would not become mayor unless he has five years in office for the rotation to reach the candidate with the lowest number of votes. Wunderlich was first to agree with the increased term, to 2020 from 2019, and 2022 from 2021. His sentiments were mirrored by both Gold and Friedman, as well as Bosse. The City could have moved its elections back by twelve months, so they would have been in March of evennumbered years during state primaries. Or they could move the election forward 12 months to give themselves another year on their terms to be in even-numbered years, which is what they selected, putting the next council election in March 2020. The public may comment on the council decision before there is a vote. City Attorney Larry Wiener was directed by council to bring forth a resolution, presumably at the Oct. 17 City Council meeting, which will constitute the first reading of the ordinance. There will be a second reading, anticipated to be on Nov. 7.
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The revamped shopping mall, which seems to meander somewhere between wanting to be Rodeo Drive and not wanting to be the Grove, appears to have changed little in essential design. What has changed, noticeably, is the wealth of offerings available from more than 200 stores and eateries. In an effort to create a more destination-driven environment, the revamped Westfield mall, which still includes Bloomingdale’s and Macy’s, has been subtly reshaped to accommodate myriad water features and gathering places. Brands like Geary’s Rolex Boutique and Tiffany & Co. exude luxury, while an abundance of cool retailers like Aritizia, Joie, Oak + Fort, and Zadig et Voltaire mean that a great new look is only a swipe away with a credit card or smart phone. Westfield Century City’s other new anchor, Eataly by Mario Batali, is set to open later this month. “We really do have something for
everyone,” promised Peter Lowy, CoCEO of Westfield Century City. Lowy and his brother, Steven, both Australians, are at the helm of over 120 Westfield shopping centers in the United States. The company is projecting that following these renovations, the shopping mall will double its annual economic output to $1.4 billion. Garcetti, who is chair of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro), said that he expected some 21 million people would visit the Century City mall. He further predicted that many Westfield Century City Visitors would make use of the expanded Purple Line to arrive directly at the shopping mall. According to Metro, the connecting sections for the Constellation station set to open at the Century City mall are set to begin construction next year with completion slated for 2024. The new terminus still has legal entanglements related to the planned alignment running through methane pockets and abandoned oil wells beneath Beverly Hills High School property.
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OUTLOOK B E V E R LY H I L L S The New West Symphony opens its 2017-18 Masterpiece Series concert season at 7:30 p.m., today at The Broad Stage, 1310 11th St., Santa Monica Conducted by Grant Cooper the concert will open with Mozart’s Overture To Cosi Fan Tutte. Inspired by Hispanic Heritage Month, the evening will also feature Venezuelan dance star Siudy Garrido performing Manuel de Falla’s flamenco ballet El Amor Brujo. J.P. Jofre will perform three of Astor P i a z z o l l a ’s works for orchestra and bandoneon, Oblivion, Inroduction al angel and Muerte del Siudy Garrido angel, plus Photo by Omar his own, Tan- Cruz godromo. The concert will conclude with Beethoven’s First Symphony. Tickets range from $30-$96. For more information, visit www.newwestsymphony.org. • • • • • Artist/musician Senon Williams will host an exhibit and launch of his new book Hunted & Gathered from 4-6 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 7 at Arcana: Books on the Arts, 8675 Washington Blvd., Culver City. Williams, a member of the band Dengue Fever, creates images ranging from silhouettes to landscapes and human forms, paired with writings. Published by Hamilton Press, the book includes 129 artworks reproduced over 208 pages. For more information, call 310-458-1499. • • • • • Kathryn Sermak will sign copies of her new book, Miss D And Me, about her experiences as personal assistant to Bette Davis, from 7:30-9:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 10 at Hollywood Heritage Museum, 2100 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood. Sermak will share reminiscences about the screen legend and a screening will show highlights of her career. For more information, call 323-874-4005 or visit www.hollywoodheritage.org/events-calendar. • • • • • Skirball Cultural Center and Los Angeles Performance Practice will co-present the experimental opera, Pancho Villa From A Safe Distance at 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 10 at the Theatre at the Ace Hotel, 929 S. Broadway, L.A. Part of the fifth annual LAX Festival and the Getty’s Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA initiative, the opera features music by Austin-based composer Graham Reynolds and a libretto by
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Architects Of Denial Exlores History, Aftermath Of Armenian Genocide Architects Of Denial, Genocide Denied Is Genocide Continued, a new documentary from executive producers Dean Cain (Lois & Clark: The Adventures of Superman) and Montel Williams (The Montel Williams Show), about the Armenian Genocide of 1915, opens today at the Laemmle Music Hall, 9036 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills. The film traces the modern history of the Armenian people, from their decimation by Ottoman Turks at the onset of World War I until the present, when they are threatened by Turkey, as well as its ally, Azerbaijan. It chronicles the Armenian Genocide and includes interviews with its survivors, who detail the horrors they or their family members experienced, and experts, who illustrate the connection between its historical denial with present-day mass exterminations in conflict zones around the world like Darfur and Cambodia and with the Kurds. The film also includes commentary from: Sibel Edmonds, former FBI translator; Dr. Gregory H. Stanton, founder/president of Genocide Watch; Harut Sassounian, genocide historian; Bako Sahakyan, president of Nagorno-Karahakh; Rep. Adam Schiff, from California’s 28th Congressional District; Serzh Sargsyan, president of Armenia; John Marshall Evans, former U.S. ambassador to the Republic of Armenia; Anna Astvatsaturian Turcotte, Armenian-American writer and lecturer and many more. Screenings are at noon, 2:30, 5, 7:30 and 10 p.m through Thursday, Oct. 12. For more information, visit https://www.laemmle.com/ films/42669.
Mexican theater collective Lagartijas Tiradas al Sol to explore the life and legacy of the bandit, general and hero of the Mexican Revolution. The production brings together director Shawn Sides of Rude Mechs, Kronos Quartet lighting designer Brian Scott, Austin Lyric Opera tenor Paul Sanchez and mezzo-soprano Liz Cass, guitarist/producer Adrian Quesada, a chamber ensemble and remixes by Monterrey DJ Toy Selectah. It is performed in English and Spanish with bilingual supertitles. Tickets range from $25-$45. To purchase and for more information, visit skirball.org/pancho-villa. • • • • • The Book Publicists of Southern California will hold their annual IRWIN Awards at 8 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 11 at the Sportsmen’s Lodge, 12833 Ventura Blvd., Studio City.
Authors will be honored in 18 categories; and the evening will celebrate founder Irwin Zucker’s 90th birthday,. The evening begins with a 5:30 p.m. buffet. For more information, call 323-461-3921. • • • • • The Jeffrey Foundation will hold a fundraising “Night Of '50's Music, Dancing, & Great Food,” from 6-9 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 11 at Mel’s Diner, 8585 Sunset Blvd,, L.A. Chaired by Joanna Kermani, the evening will feature music by Larry Covin. Tickets are $75 per person, $130 for couples and $35 for children. To purchase and for more information, call 323-965-7536 or email cclark@thejeffreyfoundation.org • • • • • Four local women will discuss “Jewish Women in Politics,” presented by Jewish Women’s Theatre, from 10 a.m.noon, Sunday, Oct. 15 at The Braid, 2912 Colorado Ave., Santa Monica. Participants will include: Joy Picus, community activist and 16-year member of the L.A. City Council: Jackie Goldberg, former member of the state
assembly, L.A. City Council and former president of the L.A. Unified School District board; Alicia Weintraub, Calabasas city councilwoman and former vice chair of the city’s planning commission and Laura Friedman, state assembly member and former Glendale city councilwoman and mayor. With Maureen Rubin, CSUN emeritus professor of journalism and former public information director in the Carter White House and U.S House of Representatives, as moderator, the women will discus their “careers, upbringings, beliefs, accomplishments and agendas.” The program will also include a performance about Bella Abzug, the first Jewish woman elected to Congress, The $20 tickets include a light brunch. To purchase and for more information, visit www.jewishwomenstheatre.org or call 310-315-1400. • • • • • All Saints Church will present a concert of Chamber Music of Herbert Howells, in honor of the 125th anniversary of the composer’s birth, at 5 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 15 at the church, 504 N. Camden Dr., Beverly Hills. The concert wil include selections from Lambert’s Clavichord, op. 41, the Piano Quartet in A minor, op. 21 and selected songs performed by Gary Barnett, piano; Etienne Gara, violin; Brett Banducci, viola; Callie Galvez, violoncello and Victor Mazzone, baritone. Tickets are $20. For more information, visit www.allsaintsbh.org. • • • • • Actor Joe Morton (Scandal) will headline Debbie Allen’s dance academy, DADA’s annual benefit gala at 2:30 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 15 at The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, 9390 N Santa Monica Blvd,, Beverly Hills. The “Sunday Soiree” will feature Morton in a performance of Turn Me Loose, a new oneman show about the late comedian Dick Gregory. Morton will perform a special musical tribute following the play. Festivities on the Promenade Terrace at 4:30 p.m. will include performances by the DADA Ensemble and Redbirds featuring Vivian Nixon and Anthony Burrell. A special musical performance by NBA all-star Norm Nixon will mark his public debut. A red carpet from 1:30-2:30 p.m. will feature special guests Jada and Will Smith, Shonda Rhimes and many of Allen’s costars from Grey’s Anatomy (where she is an executive producer and series regular) and other Shondaland shows. Tickets, including a buffet, dessert, dancing and auctions, may be purchased by calling 310-202-1711.
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BEVERLY HILLS COURIER | OCTOBER 6, 2017 Page 22 CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS—Darrien Iacocca, Mayor Lili Bosse,
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****** There was an old saying: “How do you throw a fundraiser in Los Angeles?–two Jews and Monty Hall...” Our longtime pal Monty Hall, was laid to rest this week next to his beloved Marilyn after 69 years of marriage. The funeral highlighted in every way this unique and righteous man. His parents must have been proudly shining down on their son’s life as his three children, Joanna Gleason, Richard Hall and Sharon Kessler, grandchildren, Aaron, Mikka, Maggi Jack, and Levi spoke radiantly with love and humor. Close friend Bob Boden crafted the exhilarating story of Monty’s professional life career. Rabbi’s David Baron and Sharon Brous spoke with the eloquence of their personal and spiritual reflections. The words, grace, style, warmth, loving were amongst many superlatives mentioned time and again. Cantor Alysia Pierce’s voice framed the spiritual and emotional embrace. A few days before he passed, Joanna asked what his brightest moment was – aside from his family. Monty reminded her that he always wanted to be a pediatrician so he could help children because he had been temporarily disabled for one year at the age of 6 and knew the trauma that children felt. Monty told Joanna that many years ago when he, Marilyn and Sharon were on vacation in Hawaii, they went to a hospital because he wanted to visit with the children. Asking to see those who had the most difficulty, he met an 8-year-old autistic boy, whom the nurses said – “never said a word.” The boy just sat and watched TV day and night. Monty spoke to the boy and then to his parents. Suddenly the boy pointed at Monty and exclaimed – “Monty Hall!” It was the first time he spoke and at that moment Monty was “the doctor” who began his healing. His brother Robert’s demeanor and stature as a speaker mirrored that of his older brother as he shared one of Monty’s last thoughts–days before his passing–when he summed up what he had learned from his activist mother: “It is our duty and obligation to reach out to those members of our community who need our help–the sick, the mentally and physically challenged, the poor, and the elderly. And how we reach out and assist will eventually measure us as a society. The rewards are in the small of the challenged child, the gratitude of a parent, the warmth in the embrace of an elderly person.” Rest in peace, dear Monty. We all loved you so very much!!! ****** Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles (BBBSLA), founded in 1955 by Walt Disney and The Music Man Composer Meredith Willson, will honor Netflix VP Cindy Holland (pictured right) with the Sherry Lansing Award at its “Big Bash Gala” at The Beverly Hilton on Oct. 20. “As successful as Cindy is in creating quality entertainment, she has never lost sight of the power of giving back,” said Laura Lizer, BBBSLA board chair. “Her support of numerous philanthropic causes and dedication to the Women in Entertainment Mentorship Program, which empowers young women to beat the odds in the face of adversity are all qualities that exemplify our Sherry Lansing Award.” BBBSLA Big Brother Travis Van Winkle of TNT’s The Last Ship and BBBSLA Big Sister Kelly Sullivan of TLC’s Too Close To Home will co-host the event which begins at 6 p.m. Tickets are $500. For information, call 213-213-2420 or email: daniel.rodiguez@bbbsla.org.
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Elizabeth Shue, Harriett Bronson, Britt Ekland (Oct. 6); Dr. Janet Refoa (Oct. 7); Stephanie Zimbalist, Matt Damon, Edith Newman, Chevy Chase, Elaine Hettleman, and Sigourney Weaver (Oct. 8); Joe R. Eisaman, Scott Bakula, Vivienne Della Chiesa and Nance Mitchell (Oct. 9); Jessica Harper, Alan Rachins, David Lee Roth, Susan Prinz Brites, Tanya Tucker and Ben Vereen (Oct. 10); Eleanor Moscatel, Joan Cusack, Daryl Hall, Earle Hyman, Ron Leibman and Luke Perry (Oct.11); Susan Anton, Herbert Young and Robert Eleanor Moscatel Bartley (Oct. 12).
VANGUARD AWARDEE– Legendary Beverly Hills super-agent Ari Emanuel (left) was honored at the “Vanguard Awards Gala” in The Beverly Hilton along with former White House senior advisor Valerie Jarrett. Artist Mark Bradford (right) presented the award to Ari Emanuel. Photos by Getty Images
On Saturday, TreePeople will celebrate its 30th annual gala “An Evening Under the Harvest Moon” at Coldwater Canyon Park, its 45-acre park headquarters at 12601 Mulholland Dr. Hosted by the husband/wife team of Harry Hamlin and Lisa Rinna, musical entertainment will be provided by singer/ songwriter Louise Goffin. Environmental advocate Ed Begley Jr. and his spouse, Rachelle Carson, host a live Q&A with Art Coppola, chairman/CEO of Macerich. The latter will be honored with the Evergreen Award for Visionary Leadership and TreePeople’s Founder/President Andy Lipkis will join therm in the discussion. Event sponsors are Westfield, Marilyn Ziering, Herbert Simon Family Foundation, KC Financier Group, Johnny Carson Family Foundation, Macerich, Southern California Gas, The Walt Disney Company, Ira Ziering and Godeleine DeRosamel and The Boeing Company. For ticket information, call 818-753-4631 or email: msanchez@treepeople.org. ******
JAZZY FUNDRAISER–Carol Welsman (right), renowned Canadian jazz singer and pianist, hosted a political fundraiser at the Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood on behalf of her attorney/author husband, Pat Harris, and celebrated the release of For You, her new CD. Joining them (from left) are: Louie Cruz Beltran, Latin jazz musician, and Denise Donatelli, a Grammynominated vocalist. ****** Halloween will get an early start–two days to be exact on Sunday, Oct. 30–as The Shakespeare Center of L.A. (SCLA) presents “Double, Double Toil and Trouble,” a one-night-only experience with Harry Hamlin and Claudia Christian resurrecting Shakespeare’s Macbeth with a special benefit reading of the classic in downtown’s Shakespeare Studio at 1238 W 1st St.. This ghoulish evening, from 6:30 p.m., also features a tour of the cursed castle of Macbeth, a haunted maze designed by former Disney Imagineer Chris Runcoa, with its supernatural, soothsaying witches, murderous tapestries, a blood bathroom, floating daggers, stalking ghosts, and chilling sound effects. Directed by Louis Fantasia, additional cast members are Christopher Anderson, Ashley Bell, Sheldon Donenberg, Travis Goodman, Michele Greene, Audrey Hamilton, Lexie Helgerson, Clayton B. Hodges, Isabella Hoffman, Jamison Jones, Don Paul, Alex Rotaru, and Michael Zelniker. There will be a post-show wine and pumpkin pie reception with the cast provided by the Gallo Family of Wines .. Tickets are priced from $35 to $75. Visit: www.shakespearecenter.org or call 213-489-1123.
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Desert Roundup The vibrant colors and rich images of Mexican art forge a link between Mexico City and the city of Rancho Mirage this fall with a free exhibition entitled “Carved Narrative,” being held at Sunnylands Center & Gardens, Thursdays through Sundays through next June 3. Featured are the brother artists Jose and Tomas Chavez Morado, spotlighting one of Mexico’s more famous works of art: the monumental fountain known as “The Umbrella” that stands outside Mexico City’s National Museum of Anthropology. While the fountain named “El Paraguas” is famous, what is less known is that a half-scale replica of the 40-foot original was commissioned by Sir Walter and Leonore Annenbreg, and installed at Sunnylands in 1968 with the assistance of the Morado brothers. In addition to “The Umbrella,” the prolific Morados were part of an elite group of artists, reshaping Mexico City in preparation for the 1968 Olympics. This first joint exhibition features 16 paintings by Jose and 21 sculptures by Tomas and is the first exhibition to jointly display the brothers’ work outside their homeland. ****** One of the annual rites of fall is coming to Sunnylands for the fourth straight year as host of “CV Days of Los Muertos.” Incorporating the traditions of Dia de los Muertos, the Mexican day of remembrance honoring the lives of deceased family members, cultural organizations throughout the Valley are inviting the public to observe the holiday through a series of events and activities during the months of October and November. At Sunnylands Center & Gardens, altars designed by nonprofit groups and strands of decorative paper crafts will be on display on the great lawn during regular opening hours. Special activities are scheduled throughout the day on Friday, Nov. 3, when Sunnylands will extend its hours to 8 p.m. Visitors may take part in craftmaking projects involving the monarch butterfly and paper skull masks. They can also express their wishes for the future on colorful “before I die” strips and hang them in the gardens. Guests are also invited to drop into a printmaking workshop to create their own Dia de los Muertos print and see a performance by Danza Azteca Xochipilli. ****** It won’t be hell that freezes over, but the 2nd annual outdoor ice skating on real ice, at the River in Rancho Mirage. Beginning Nov. 21, The Renova Rink will be open to everyone for a fee of $15 and, if you need ice skates, don’t worry; the $15 fee includes skate rental. The River is located at 71-800 Highway 111 (corner of Bob Hop Drive). More information is at 760-3412711.
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MASSRY PRIZE (Continued from page 1)
(Washington University in St. Louis). The Beverly Hills couple established their eponymous Massry Prize over two decades ago to recognize outstanding contributions to the biomedical sciences and the advancement of health. Shaul Massry, professor emeritus at USC’s Keck School of Medicine, said that one main intention of the
9200 WILSHIRE (Continued from page 1)
does not bind the commission to approval of the project. The Special Meeting of the Planning Commission Monday evening confirmed that the sixstory, 54-unit mixed-use project is a lackluster compromise boxed-in by a 2007 Overlay Zone. “The Planning Commission’s jurisdiction over the 9200 Wilshire project was limited by the City Councilimposed Overlay Zone created in 2007,” said Gordon. “The developer offered an on-thespot revision and requested an immediate decision; however, I opted, and the commission agreed, to view the new plan at our October 12 meeting.” The project as originally approved with the overlay zone had been denied by the Planning Commission in 2007 and approved by the City Council, including Jimmy Delshad, Barry Brucker, Linda Briskman, Frank Fenton and Nancy Krasne. Krasne recused herself from the vote. In a very real sense, the development serves as a cautionary tale against spot-zoning with very real consequences. The project is currently a vacant lot between Palm and Maple Drives on the south side of Wilshire. To the south are multi-family dwellings, and to the north, single-family homes. Next door is the Lexus dealership, which residents complain brings additional traffic to the narrow residential streets, a problem that would be compounded by retail traffic from the project. Approved in 2007 with the Overlay Zone was a six story (70 feet) building with 14,000 square feet of retail space, 54 residential units and 275 parking spaces on four subterranean levels. The lot went undeveloped for ten years. It was purchased in 2010 by New Pacific Realty for $6.5 million. In July, the applicants came before the Planning Commission with a proposal for 90 units, with a reduction of retail to 5,696 square feet. The new project included three levels of subterranean parking, and 275 spaces. The project modulation was shifted towards the rear of the build-
award, which comes with a $200,000 honorarium to be split between the recipients, is to create academics for the future by offering them a grant to do research. Following Monday’s announcement that three former Massry Prize recipients had been named Nobel Laureates, a total of 15 previous Massry Prize winners (40 percent) have now gone on to be named Nobel Prize winners. Massry Prize Committee
member Clive Svendsen, who heads up Cedars-Sinai’s Svendsen Laboratory specializing in neurodegenerative diseases, said that he predicted tha within 20 years, technological advances would revolutionize the possibilities of impacting health through changes to human biomes. “It’s so fundamental to human health,” he said. “Everywhere microorganisms adapt ot the environment and they live in everything.”
ing, massing toward the residential neighborhood to the south. Public comment overwhelmingly opposed the project because of traffic concerns. The applicant was directed by the commissioners to reduce the number of units and address issues of modulation, privacy, noise and traffic, and an Ad Hoc Committee was created with Commissioners Craig Corman and Alan Block. When the applicant produced a revised modification of the project with 54 units, 6,119 square feet of retail space, the project gained community support because of the perception that the reduction in units combined with the reduction in retail space would lower the traffic impact. In addition, the applicant proposed using concrete “pork chops” to force vehicles onto Wilshire Boulevard and away from the residential streets. But the project did not garner wild enthusiasm. Nor did it enjoy accolades. “It’s a better project,” said Block. “Better than the last one.” Commissioner Andy Licht agreed. Commissioner Joe Shooshani felt passionate that the project did not have enough of a public benefit and needed more parking. The real problem, said Corman, was that the project did not meet the objectives of the 2007 Overlay Zone. First, it was to ensure that the mixed-use development would not adversely affect existing development. Additionally, the development was to have the scale and massing compatible with surrounding buildings through setbacks, modulation and other measures. “It’s essentially a residential building,” said Corman. “I don’t believe it met the objectives of the Overlay Zone. If a building does meet those objectives, it may generate more traffic… I struggled with this one for days. I don’t want to disappoint the residents… I want to support them.” But he could not make the findings. “The courtyard on Wilshire will be similar to the popular courtyard at the Beverly-Canon Gardens adjacent to the Montage,” wrote Joseph Tilem, a land-use attorney represent-
ing the applicant. Corman disagreed. “This will look much larger than anything else on the street,” Corman said, pointing to the reduced setbacks. “Creating a courtyard creates more corner units on Wilshire, but it doesn’t add materially to light and air, and creates darkness for the residents behind it.” Another objective was to provide “pedestrian friendly amenities,” which Corman felt was not achieved with the reduced retail space. “They wanted this development to activate the retail frontage, to promote pedestrians in the immediate project area.” In fact, said Corman, the sunken courtyard “would be uninviting, descending into darkness.” Chair Gordon also struggled with the project. “I definitely take the letters and presentations by residents into consideration… and that is where I get into trouble… It was rejected [in 2007] by the Planning Commission and accepted by the City Council and an Overlay Zone was created. It wasn’t the right project for the neighborhood. Our job is to do what is right for the entire City – not zone-specific, not spot-zoning.” “I would like to see this project approved,” said Rosenstein. He insisted that the courtyard would be attractive and that it would not be in darkness, despite the 70-foot building surrounding it. “We would rather not build a project than build a ‘Frankenstein’,” he said. “We would like to find a compromise.” Threatening to build the original building if they could not reach a compromise, Rosenstein agreed to add less than 1,000 square feet to the retail; decrease the rear of the courtyard to add minimum modulation to part of the building, and agreed to add a halflevel of subterranean parking. “With limited ability to affect real change, it was my goal to bring both the residents and the developers to a consensus that would take a bad project and make it palatable, while still addressing concerns about modulation, parking and the amount of retail space,” said Gordon.
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people died and hundreds more were wounded, remind us that disasters are not always “natural.” The City plans for every type of emergency, including active shooter situations. Mass casualty training exercises are conducted in the City regularly, and the public safety staff train for a unified response in the event of a mass casualty incident. In the event of a mass shooting incident, people are advised to “Run, Hide, Fight.” Run away from the shooter, and run for cover. Lock doors and seal entrances. Turn off lights. If that fails, fight. The City of Beverly Hills Mass Notification System will notify the community of vital information in the event of an emergency. While residential and business community landlines are automatically registered in the database, this is an “opt-in” system that can notify community members through means other than the one in the 911 database. To opt in to this service, to receive text message alerts, residents can be visit www.beverlyhills.org/emergencynotifica-
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Victims say he committed the abuse when he was a mentor at the Shterns Yeshiva in upstate New York, after first establishing a friendship with the victims, as reported in the Jewish Journal. Tevel was alleged to have abused his victims physically, as well as sexually. At the time of his arrest and extradition, Tevel was listed on the JEM website as a counselor/director of JEM Center. His wife, Bracha, was directing JEM’s Hebrew High School Program. Tevel agreed to a plea bargain and pled guilty to only two counts for criminal acts in the third degree. In New York that constitutes anal or oral sex with a minor under the age of 17 when the perpetrator was over the age of 21. He was sentenced to one year in Kings County Court on June 8, 2015 and released after seven months for good behavior. Residents have reported Tevel has returned to the JEM Center for services and has been seen in Beverly Hills. Upon his release, Tevel registered his address on North Palm Drive in Beverly Hills. He is required to register as a sex offender within 10 days of establishing residence, but
October 6, 2017 | Page 23 tion or call 310-285-2100. During or after a disaster, the City provides emergency information specific to the City of Beverly Hills on its website at www.beverlyhills.org. Information is also available from the City’s disaster hotline: 310-550-4680, and can be obtained at radio station 1500 AM, on cable channels 10 and 35, on Nixle (text BEVHILLS to 888777 to opt in to messages) or on Facebook at www.facebook.com and on twitter, @cityofbevhills. Communications will be a central element of disaster recovery in any emergency. Signing up for emergency notifications can mean the difference in any disaster, and as the world has witnessed, disaster can strike anywhere, anytime. Community members are encouraged to educate themselves on disaster response, including Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) classes. To sign up, phone 310-281-2754. This is article is one in a series of articles on Disaster Preparedness. For additional information, call the Office of Emergency Management, Resilience and Recovery at 310-285-1021. Next: Active Shooters
never registered with the Beverly Hills Police Department. The BHPD reports that their investigators confirmed “that Tevel is residing in New York and is registered there. He is in compliance with New York and California state law. The restrictions of his registration in New York do not include a prohibition against being around children,” according to BHPD Lt. Elisabeth Albanese. The JEM Center is where many local children and their families receive sports instruction and attend religious activities. The facility offers camps and after school programs. “The department investigated… reports of Tevel in Beverly Hills. He will be required to register in California should he move into the state. Visits to California and Beverly Hills specifically, are not prohibited. He is not prohibited from being in the presence of children, as indicated in the conditions of his NY registration.” But Tevel is required to register as a sex offender if he returns to California. Tevel’s victims were 6-14 years of age, and his crimes spanned nearly a decade. When he was arrested at the JEM Center, an investigation by the BHPD found no new crimes in California.
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PUBLIC NOTICES T.S. No.: 2014-02148-CA A.P.N.:4336-024-023 Property Address: 89158917 Rangely Avenue, West Hollywood, CA 90048-1718
OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE:
All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now NOTICE OF held by the trustee in the TRUSTEE'S SALE hereinafter described property under and purPURSUANT TO CIVIL suant to a Deed of Trust CODE § 2923.3(a) and described as: (d), THE SUMMARY OF I N F O R M A T I O N More fully described in REFERRED TO BELOW said Deed of Trust. IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY Street Address or other OF THIS DOCUMENT common designation of BUT ONLY TO THE real property: 8915-8917 COPIES PROVIDED TO Rangely Avenue, West THE TRUSTOR. Hollywood, CA 900481718 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE A.P.N.: 4336-024-023 INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above.
NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LU’U Y: KÈM THEO DÂY LÀ BÀN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LU’O’C VÈ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIÈU NÀY IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 07/20/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.
The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 2,040,522.32.
der at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property.
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS 345 FOOTHILL ROAD BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA 90210 REQUEST FOR PREQUALIFICATION OF BIDDERS AND PREQUALIFICATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR CIVIC CENTER HVAC CONTROL UPGRADE
Notice is hereby given that the City of Beverly Hills (“CITY”) has determined that all bidders for the upgrade of civic center Honeywell control system (“Projects”) must be pre-qualified prior to submitting a bid on that Project. This prequalification is valid for a year. It is mandatory that all Contractors who intend to submit a bid, fully complete the prequalification questionnaire posted on the City’s website, provide NOTICE TO PROPERTY all materials requested herein, and be OWNER: The sale date approved by the CITY to be on the final shown on this notice of qualified Bidders list. sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource.com /MortgageServices/Defau ltManagement/TrusteeSe rvices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2014-02148-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.
Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid Trustor: CHIDI NOBI, A may be less than the total SINGLE MAN debt. Western Progressive, Duly Appointed Trustee: LLC, as Trustee for beneWestern Progressive, ficiary LLC If the Trustee is unable to C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Deed of Trust Recorded convey title for any rea- Suite 237 08/02/2005 as Instrument son, the successful bid- Ventura, CA 93003 No. 05 1829315 in book - der’s sole and exclusive Sale Information Line: --, page--- and of Official remedy shall be the (866) 960-8299 Records in the office of return of monies paid to http://www.altisource.com the Recorder of Los the Trustee, and the suc- /MortgageServices/Defau Angeles County, cessful bidder shall have ltManagement/TrusteeSe California, no further recourse. rvices.aspx Date of Sale: 10/26/2017 at 11:00 AM The beneficiary of the Date: September 18, Deed of Trust has execut- 2017 Place of Sale: ed and delivered to the ____________________ BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN undersigned a written Trustee Sale Assistant LOCATED IN CIVIC request to commence CENTER PLAZA, 400 foreclosure, and the WESTERN PROGRESCIVIC CENTER PLAZA, undersigned caused a SIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTPOMONA, CA 91766 Notice of Default and ING AS A DEBT COLElection to Sell to be LECTOR ATTEMPTING Estimated amount of recorded in the county TO COLLECT A DEBT. unpaid balance, reason- where the real property is ANY INFORMATION ably estimated costs and located. OBTAINED MAY BE other charges: $ USED FOR THAT PUR2,040,522.32 POSE. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are Published 09/29/17, THE TRUSTEE WILL considering bidding on 10/06/17, 10/13/17 SELL AT PUBLIC AUC- this property lien, you TION TO HIGHEST BID- should understand that DER FOR CASH, there are risks involved in CASHIER’S CHECK bidding at a trustee aucDRAWN ON A STATE OR tion. You will be bidding NATIONAL BANK, A on a lien, not on the propCHECK DRAWN BY A erty itself. Placing the STATE OR FEDERAL highest bid at a trustee CREDIT UNION, OR A auction does not autoCHECK DRAWN BY A matically entitle you to STATE OR FEDERAL free and clear ownership (No Service Fee) SAVINGS AND LOAN of the property. You For more info ASSOCIATION, A SAV- should also be aware that INGS ASSOCIATION OR the lien being auctioned Call George: SAVINGS BANK SPECI- off may be a junior lien. If FIED IN SECTION 5102 you are the highest bid- 310.278.1322
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No bid will be accepted from a Contractor that has failed to comply with these requirements. If two or more business entities submit a bid as part of a Joint Venture, or expect to submit a bid as part of a Joint Venture, each entity within the Joint Venture must be separately qualified to bid. The last date to submit a fully completed questionnaire is 2:00 PM Monday, October 16, 2017. Contractors are encouraged to submit prequalification packages as soon as possible, so that they may be notified of omissions of information to be remedied or of their prequalification status in advance of the prequalification deadline for this Project. Answers to questions contained in the questionnaire (posted on the City’s Website [Beverlyhills.org -> Business -> Bid Listings -> Prequalification Package for Civic Center HVAC Control Upgrade]) are required. The CITY will use these documents as the basis of rating Contractors with respect to whether each Contractor is qualified to bid on the Project, and reserves the right to check other sources available. The CITY’s decision will be based on objective evaluation criteria. The CITY reserves the right to adjust, increase, limit, suspend or rescind the prequalification rating based on subsequently learned information. Contractors whose rating changes sufficiently to disqualify them will be notified, and given an opportunity for a hearing consistent with the hearing procedures described below for appealing a prequalification rating. While it is the intent of the prequalification questionnaire and documents required therewith to assist the CITY in determining bidder responsibility prior to bid and to aid the CITY in selecting the lowest responsible bidder, neither the fact of prequalification, nor any prequalification rating, will preclude the CITY from a post-bid consideration and determination of whether a bidder has the quality, fitness, capacity and experience to satisfactorily perform the proposed work, and has demonstrated the requisite trustworthiness. The prequalification packages should be submitted under seal to the Office of the City Clerk, City of Beverly Hills, 455 North Rexford Drive, Room 290, Beverly Hills, CA 90210. The following should be clearly marked on the outside of the package “CONFIDENTIAL PREQUALIFICATION STATEMENT FOR THE CIVIC CENTER HVAC CONTROL UPGRADE” For any Questions regarding the questionnaire and the qualification package contact, Mandana Motahari (email: mmotahari@beverlyhills.org). The prequalification packages submitted by Contractors are not public records and are not open to public inspection. All information provided will be kept confidential to the extent permitted by law. However, the contents may be disclosed to third parties for purpose of verification, or investigation of substantial allegations, or in an appeal
hearing. State law requires that the names of contractors applying for prequalification status shall be public records subject to disclosure, and the first page of the questionnaire will be used for that purpose. Each questionnaire must be signed under penalty of perjury in the manner designated at the end of the form, by an individual who has the legal authority to bind the Contractor on whose behalf that person is signing. If any information provided by a Contractor becomes inaccurate, the Contractor must immediately notify the CITY and provide updated accurate information in writing, under penalty of perjury. The CITY reserves the right to waive minor irregularities and omissions in the information contained in the prequalification application submitted, and to make all final determinations. The CITY may also determine at any time that the prequalification process will be suspended for the Project and the Project will be bid without prequalification. Contractors may submit prequalification packages during regular working hours on any day that the offices of the CITY are open. Contractors who submit a complete prequalification package will be notified of their qualification status no later than ten business days after submission of the information. The CITY may refuse to grant prequalification where the requested information and materials are not provided by the due date indicated above. There is no appeal from a refusal for an incomplete or late application, but re-application for a later project is permitted. Neither the closing time for submitting prequalification packages for this Project will be changed in order to accommodate supplementation of incomplete submissions, or late submissions, unless requested by the CITY in its sole discretion. In addition to a contractor’s failure to be pre-qualified pursuant to the scoring system set forth in the prequalification package, a contractor may be found not prequalified for either omission of or falsification of, any requested information. Where a timely and completed application results in a rating below that necessary to pre-qualify, an appeal can be made by the unsuccessful Contractor. An appeal is begun by the Contractor delivering notice to the CITY of its appeal of the decision with respect to its prequalification rating, no later than two business days following notification that it is not pre-qualified. The notice of appeal shall include an address where the Contractor wishes to receive notice of the appeal hearing. Without a timely appeal, the Contractor waives any and all rights to challenge the decision of the CITY, whether by administrative process, judicial process or any other legal process or proceeding. If the Contractor gives the required notice of appeal, a hearing shall be conducted no earlier than five business days after the CITY’s receipt of the notice of appeal and not later than five business days prior to the date of the Notice Inviting Bids for this Project. Prior to the hearing, the Contractor shall, in writing, be advised of the basis for the City’s pre-qualification determination. The hearing shall be conducted by a panel consisting of three members of the Department of Public Works senior management staff (the “Appeals Panel”). The Appeals Panel shall consider any evidence presented by the Contractor, whether or not the evidence is presented in compliance with formal rules of evidence. The Contractor will be given the opportunity to present evidence, information and arguments as to why the Contractor believes it should be pre-qualified. Within one day after the conclusion of the hearing, the Appeals Panel will render a written determination as to whether the Contractor is prequalified. It is the intention of the CITY that the date for the submission and opening of bids will not be delayed or postponed to allow for completion of an appeal process.
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LAW OFFICES OF BRADFORD L. TREUSCH
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————— I AM SEEKING HOUSEKEEPING POSITION
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ELDERLY CARE
CERTIFIED, QUALITY, PRIVATE NURSING CARE Over 25 Years Years Expeirence Exxpeirence Serving All Your Immigration Immigrration Needs. New Processing times! g employment p y inn approx. pp 1 year! y Green Card through Representing Religious Religious Workers Workers for o schools/synagogues/churches scchools/synagoguess//churcches around around the t country!
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Experienced • Compassionate • Fully Screened
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INVESMENT OPPORTUNITIES
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Couple in Beverlywood seeking experienced HOUSEKEEPER/COOK for 5 days a week; Requirements are cooking, housekeeping, laundry and limited errands. No childcare. Kosher experience is beneficial. Couple travels a lot. Driving required. Excellent references a must. We prefer resumes to be emailed: shf613@gmail.com or call 310-494-0071 and leave a message.
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* * * * * * * * * * * From $550 to $1,075 * * * * * * * * * * *
completely remodeled.
Elegant 1,666 sq. ft. unit with upgrades & natural light. Hardwood floors & plush carpet. Large master suite with walk-in closet. W/D in unit. Gym in complex. Easy stroll to Pico shops, restaurants & places of worship. Gated parking with 5 guest spots. HOA $486.
Preferred Attorneys
323/782-1144
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Feliza Kohan
The Real Estate Matchmaker Realtor® Broker Associate #00639867
310.581.8188 cell/text fkohan@cbzhomes.com
OFFICES & STORES FOR LEASE
CONDO FOR SALE BY OWNER $2,775,000 THE CALIFORNIAN PREMIER BUILDING
12: $9$,/$%/( 2 BEDROOM , 2.5 BATH - 2826 sq. ft. plus Wine cellar, storage and more. FULL SERVICE 24/7 ELEVATOR comes directly Must see to appreciate. into your own PRIVATE Foyer.
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PRIME BEVERLY HILLS • 4 9 9 N . C A N O N D R . An amazing oppor tunity to lease class A office space in Beverly Hills’ 90 prestigious EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY G o l d e n Tr i a n g l e . This prime location on the cor ner of Santa Monica Boulevard and Nor th Cañon Drive is t w o b l o c k s e a s t o f t h e w o r l d - r e n o w n e d R o d e o D r i v e a n d a c r o s s f r o m Wa l l i s A n n e n b e r g Center for the Per for ming Ar ts. Offices feature spectacular views with plenty of natural light and on-site valet parking. This is an ideal loc a t i o n f o r a c o r p o r a t e o f f i c e .
For more info call 310.887.7000
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Beverlywood, CA 90034
$1,100,000
310/271-1680
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Beverly Hills Adjacent Condo 3 Bd.+2 Ba. 1102 Rexford Dr. #301
Building has been
5-Days per Week
with own car needed part-time for Beverly Hills home. Experienced with references.
OPEN HOUSE • Tues. Oct. 10 @ 11-2pm
Adj. Beverly Hills
HOUSEKEEPER LIVE-IN
•• FULL CHARGE •• HOUSEKEEPER
CONDOS FOR SALE
In Boutique Building
————— Must have experience & references from Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Westwood, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades. West L.A. or nearby areas. Fluent English.
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GATED 5 STAR LUXURY PROPERTIES • BEL AIR • WESTWOOD • CENTURY CITY •
CENTURY PARK EAST CONDOMINIUM SOLD $1,000,000 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH • $1,050,000 • PENTHOUSE
Hardwood Floors Quiet South Tower. Corner Location. 270 Degree Views Downtown to Ocean. 2 Jumbo Balconies. Island Kitchen Viking Appliances
2 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS • $950,000 • PENTHOUSE
Ocean Views. Separated Suites. Jumbo Balcony. Hardwood Floors. Nicely Renovated. Quiet South Tower Location 1 BEDROOMS, 1 BATH • $749,500
You won't believe the views.. Total Renovation. Jumbo Balcony. Quiet South Tower Location CENTURY PARK EAST $671,000 TO $1,050,000
CENTURY TOWERS $699,000 TO $1,099,000
PARK PLACE $935,000 TO $1,139,000
LE PARC
$2,099,000 TO $2,895,000
CENTURY HILL
$1,250,000 TO $2,390,000
ONE CENTURY
$3,400,000 TO $10,099,000
CENTURY WOODS
$1,369,000 TO $2,799,000
BEL AIR CREST $1,788,000 TO $9,500,000
Some Complexes include Heated Pools, Sundeck, Tennis, Doorman, Houseman, Staff Engineers, Switchboard, Security Staff, Switchboard, Saunas, Business Center, PlayLand, Restaurant, Acres of Flower Gardens and Grassy Lawns.
24-hr. guard gated, pool, tennis, gym. $795,000
310/557-1900
A PA R T M E N T / C O N D O R E N TA L S
BEVERLY HILLS
440
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OFFICE ROOM TO RENT SINGLE PROPRIETOR WELLNESS PREMISIS TO RENT We are a high end, well-established skincare clinic in a desirable Beverly Hills adjacent locale looking for the right health, beauty or life coach professional to rent a room. Simpatico would be acupuncture, nutrition counseling, coaching, micro-blading, permanent makeup, lash extensions etc.
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UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S
KELEMEN
HOUSES FOR SALE
ROCH O ELLE MA M IZE L U X U R Y E S TAT E S
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$3,950/MONTH
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ROCHELLE ATLAS MAIZE
direct: 310.968.8828
rochelle@rochellemaize.com m
office: 310.888.3367
www.rochellemaize.com
cal bre #0 1365 331
Furnished Penthouse Luxurious Renovation Newer Kitchen/Bathroom Unobstructed City Views Real Hardwood Floors Jumbo Balcony Quiet Location
Traditional 3 Bdrm.+2 Bath
• 6,500sf. lot • 1,775sf home
Remodel or Build New. Close to Horace Mann School. $2,095,000
$4,000 to $5,300/month
YOUR AD LISTING HERE!
310-278-1322
COMPASS GOLD PROP.
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Marty: 310/293-2205
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REAL ESTATE SERVICES
PRIVATE MONEY LOANS PURCHASE-REHAB-REFINANCE FIX & FLIP - CONSTRUCTION LOANS 1ST & 2ND'S POSITION'S UP TO 80% LTV CASE BY CASE COMPETITIVE RATES & FEE'S ALL TYPES OF REAL ESTATE CONSIDERED
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• DIANA COOK • 468 N. Camden Dr., B.H., 90210
310-20 3-8333
WEST HOLLYWOOD
NMLS # 313559
$4,200 to $4,950/month
CENTURY TOWERS $6,500 to $7,000/month
CENTURY HILL $4,950 to $8,900/month
Ultra-lux 1br apts in historic 1930s buildings with incredible charm and character. Completely renovated with all stainless steel appliances including washer/dryer. Parking included.
LE PARC
1216 N. La Cienega Blvd. 8491 Fountain Ave.
ONE CENTURY $16,500 to $27,000/month
Call now! 310-728-1785
CENTURY WOODS
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Some Complexes include Heated Pools, Sundeck, Tennis, Doorman, Houseman, Staff Engineers, Switchboard, Security Staff, Switchboard, Saunas, Business Center, Pet PlayLand, Restaurant, Acres of Flower Gardens and Grassy Lawns.
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BEVERLY HILLS BEVERLY HILLS Updated 1 Bd.+1 Ba. 218 S. Tower Dr. • Excellent Location. •• • • SINGLE • Spacious 1st flr. unit.
Pleasant view, bright, Granite counters, hardliving+dining rm., freshly wood flrs., stove, fridge, painted, central air, washer/ laundry facility. Near dryer, fridge, gated intermarkets & schools. com entry, 2-car garage. Water included. No pets. North Oakhurst Dr.
•• • •
•• ••
Old World Charm! Bright, intercom entry, fridge, stove, laundry fac.
CLOSE TO RESTAURANTS & SHOPPING. $2,250/Month
Very large upper unit w/ views! Central a/c, 2-car garage, hrwd. flrs., laundry. 1/2 blk to Bev. Vista School. 324 S. Rexford Dr.
$2,995/Month By Appointment Only: 310/271-4207
310/531-3992
————— ADJ. BEVERLY HILLS Charthay Cicle Completely Renovated Charming 3 Bdrm, 2 Ba.
home with large kitchen. Living+dining rooms, Optional 1 Bedroom 3-balconies appliances, washer/dryer hook up, guesthouse available. bar, central air, Call Avi: 310/508-1008 walk-in closet, 2-parking. No pets. www.6626moore.com Robert: 310/403-6812
—————–––– ————— Beverly Hills Adj. BEVERLY HILLS LIKE A HOME
North of Olympic 2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath
ON THE SUNSET STRIP SMITHWOOD DRIVE 2-Parking, laundry – CLOSE TO BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. 3 BDRM. + 2 BA. inside, hardwood & EVERYTHING! granite flrs., central Upper Duplex North of Olympic Bvd. LITERALLY! air, walk-in closets,
$3850 to $4500. Huge 1br 1ba apts. CENTURY PARK EAST 1000sf to 1400sf. PARK PLACE
BEVERLY HILLS S. Hamel Dr.
2220 Ave. of Stars #1805 2 COMBINED UNITS $7,850 • 2+4 • 3,000sf.
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270º Jetliner View-Ocean, COMPASS GOLD PROP. Call David At: Downtown, Hollywood. Marty: 310/293-2205 310/488-1785 24-hr. Security, Valet, CENTURY PARK EAST Concierge, Tennis, Pool, ————— BEVERLY HILLS 2 BEDROOM /2 BATHS Gym, 4-Prkg., Hi-Ceiling. Spectacular Location 412 N. OAKHURST DR. in Beverly Hills $5,450/MONTH Rent Includes $3,000 ~ Luxury Large ~ Newly Remodeled Totally Renovated Top Flr. 2 Bd.+2 Ba. Dues. Assoc. ner Homeow 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath High Floor. Huge Balcony
1 BEDROOM /1 BATH
JUST LISTED • 2259 SAN YSIDRO DR
•••••• 2 Bd.+ 2 Ba. • $3,400
all listings are on
Views of Century City And Beverly Hills. State of the art Kitchen And Bathrooms Hardwood Floors. Fireplace
OPEN SUN 2-5 KINGS K ROAD COFFE EE TRUCK
435 S. Maple Dr.
License 00957281
NOW AVAILABLE
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BEVERLY HILLS
REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900
*BEL AIR *WESTWOOD *CENTURY CITY
300
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• BEVERLY HILLS •
NEWLY UPDATED UPPER Dining room, living room with fireplace, breakfast 2 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS
with patio, hardwood floors, room, appliances, sun room, 1 parking space, laundry room. hardwod floors, service Great location close to trendy
porch, A/C, 2 car garage,
Robertson for restaurant,
new carpet and paint.
shopping and transportation.
City Views. Nice yard.
No Pets
$2,495/MO.
Call/text: 310/962-0330
Call 310/339-5714
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BEVERLY HILLS * BORDERLINE * Great Location! BEVERLY HILLS
2 BDRM, 2.5 BATH Hardwood floors, granite counters, laundry hook-up and enclosed garage. No Pets. $2,400/MO. 1127 GLENVILLE DR #1
•• • • • • • • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. •
•• • • • French doors in bdrm. • open to large balcony • overlooking pool •
LOS ANGELES, 90035
2 Bd.+2 Ba. • $3,400 Call 714/514-0018 2 Bd.+1 Ba. • $3,150 X-LARGE ELEGANT APT.
Newly Updated.
Beverly Hills Adj.
S. Oakhurst Dr. Partionally Renovated porcelain tile & hrwd. flrs., 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath washer/dryer hook-ups, 1st floor unit. New paint, floors, walk-in closet, hi-ceilings. appliances, washer/ Shared backyard. No pets. dryer. A/C’s,1 parking. 310/271-6811 $2,400/Month Cell: 310/994-4122 By Appointment: 808/269-3599 Must see! 439 S. Rexford
• Great Location • Call / Text:
310/666-9572
—————–––– Grand Opening BRENTWOOD ’s Most Spectacular Apartments 120 Granville Ave.
* * * * * * * *
• 2 B d . + 2 1/ 2 B a . • 3 B d . + 2 1/ 2 B a .
* * * * * * * * Large units, walk-in closet, custom kitchen, built-in washer/dryer, all appliances, hardwood floors throughout, some units w/ skylights+high ceilings. Health club, wifi, sauna, heated pool, controlled acess, parking.
• 424/272-6596 •
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W/ granite kitchen & bath,
fridge, stove, pool.
• GORGEOUS UNITS • Hardwood flrs., central air, pool, elevator, on-site laundry, intercom entry. 320 N. La Peer Dr.
• 310/246-0290 • C LOSE TO S HOPS & D INING
Close to Brentwood Village, Restaurants, UCLA, Mt. Saint Mary’s, & Transportation.
—————–––– www. bhcourier .com 310.278.1322
A PA RT M E N T / C O N D O R E N TA L S
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439 S. LE DOUX
LE DOUX / BURTON WAY
440
UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S
BRENTWOOD
WEST L.A.
Newly Updated 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath
••••••••
LARGE 2 BDRM, 2 BA.
Balcony, dishwasher,
with Bamboo, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer and Dryer in unit, Pool, 2 Parking, A/C units.
a/c, heated pool,
on-site laundry, prkg.
By appointment only
Close to
Call 310/425-9070
Brentwood Village,
WiFi, elevator controlled access,
Shops & Restaurants.
BRENTWOOD • 310/826-4889 • The Carlton
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11666 Goshen Ave. • BRENTWOOD • (•)(•)
(•)(•)(•)
Very Spacious
125 N. Barrington Av.
N E W LY U P D AT E D 1 Bd.+Den+1 Ba. • • • • • (•)(•)(•)(•)(•) WiFi, central air/heat, • 1 Bdrm. fireplace, balcony, + 1 Bath •
controlled access, Upscale, Bright, pool, elevator, parking, laundry facility. Gorgeous & Spacious.
310/312-9871 Shopping & Dining in Brentwood Village
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11730 SUNSET BLVD. NEWLY REMODELED
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C LOSE T O S HOPS & R ESTAURANTS . 310/479-0700
3 Bdrm. + 2 Bath 10530-10540 Dishwasher, on-site laundry, parking. C LOSE TO S CHOOL , F REEWAY & T RANSPORTATION .
• 1 Bd.+1 Ba. •
2600 Virginia Ave.
Luxury Living
C LOSE TO S ANTA M ONICA C OLLEGE .
with valet, lush garden
————— SANTA MONICA
surrounding pool, gym, elevator, etc. Hardwood flrs., granite
8 0 8 4 t h S t . counters, dishwasher, * * • • • • • central air, balcony, * 1 Bd.+1 Ba. * With Pool, hardwood laundry facility. * * floors, balcony, central * * • Free WiFi • * * air, fireplace, stainless L ARGE , U NIQUE Call: 310/470-4474 steel appliances, AND G ORGEOUS .
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elevator, intercom
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017227077 The following is/are doing business as: 1) 1134 N. SYCAMORE AV. KEVIDKO 2) SELECT SOURCING SOLUTIONS 3) MASIH SOURCING NETWORK 9903 Santa Monica Blvd. #982, Beverly 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. Hills, CA 90212; Kevidko Inc. 9903 Santa Monica Blvd. #982, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: A CORPONewly Remodeled RATION, registrant(s) has NOT Great Views begun to transact business under the name(s) listed: Great views, controlled Mehrdad Soleimani, President: Statement is filed with the County access, balcony, of Los Angeles: August 17, 2017; elevator, lrg. pool, Published: September 15, 22, 29, prkg, on-sight laundry. October 06, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– H IKING IN R UNYON FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME C ANYON , H OLLYWOOD STATEMENT 2017267699 The following is/are doing business as: B OWL /N IGHTLIFE . 11TH & GRAY LLC 8391 Beverly Blvd. #582, Los Angeles, CA 323/467-8172 90048; 11th & Gray LLC 8391 Beverly Blvd. #582, Los Angeles, 90048; The business is conLAFAYETTE PARK CA ducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has NOT 274 LAFAYETTE PARK PL. begun to transact business under the name(s) listed: • 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath Heather Contopulos, Owner/President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: September 19, 2017; Granite counter tops, Published: September 22, 29, stainless steel appliances, October 06, 13, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– air conditioned, new FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017248335 The folhrwd. flrs., designer lowing is/are doing business as: BEVERLY HILLS PEDIATRICS finishes, balcony, ceiling 8530 Wilshire Blvd. #520, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Beverly Hills fan, elevator, controlled Pediatrics Inc. 8530 Wilshire Blvd. #520, Beverly Hills, CA access. Fitness ctr, yoga 90211; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, regisroom, wi-fi, skyview trant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listlounge w/ outdoor fire- ed December 2005: Scott President: Statement is place, laundry facilities. Cohen, filed with the County of Los September 05, 2017; Easy freeway access Angeles: Published: September 22, 29, October 06, 13, 2017 LACC N/C 213/382-102 1 ––––––
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401 S. HOOVER St.
• • • • • • • • • 1 Bd. + • 1 Ba.
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Control access, pool, dishwasher, elevator, on-site laundry and parking.
Harwood+carpet floors, fireplace, patio, parking, laundry facility.
intercom entry, elevator, on-site laundry, parking. All Utilities Paid.
WESTWOOD
WEST L.A.
1628 S. Westgate Ave. X-St. Santa Monica Bl.
1380 Midvale Ave.
L.A.’S FINEST, MOST LUXURIOUS APT. RENTAL * * * * * *
“The Mission” • Westwood • • • • • •
• 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • • • • • 6-Month Lease Avail.
* * * * * * Every Extra Luxury • • • • • • custom cabinets, granite countertops, stone entry, pool, health club, spa. • • • • • • Free WiFi Access • • • Close to UCLA •
~ 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. ~ 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. B r i g h t & A i r y. Intercom entry, on-sight
parking, on-sight laundry WiFi, pool, elevator, controlled access, onfacility, courtyard patio. sight laundry, parking. Close to transportation. Close to U.C.L.A.
310/820-1810
310/473-1509
1350 S. MIDVALE AVE. L.A., 90024 Contact Mgr.:
• 310/864-0319 •
LEGAL NOTICES
HOLLYWOOD *
www. bhcourier .com
BRENTWOOD
310/472-8915
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Bright unit. Dishwasher, On-site laundry, parking. Close to Brentwood Village.
Wilshire Bl.
310/449-1100
310/841-2367
˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚
Close To U.C.L.A
SANTA MONICA W I L S H I R E CORRIDOR • Spacious •
310/592-4511
1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath
• Free WiFi Access • 310/473-5061
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519 S. Barrington Ave.
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Patio, stove, Spacious a/c, fireplace, dishwasher, on-sight pool, controlled access, laundry fac., prkg. laundry, parking.
• Free WiFi Access • ~ 310/476-3824 ~ • BRENTWOOD • CULVER CITY BRENTWOOD & 872 S. Westgate Ave. 3830 Vinton Ave. U.C.L.A. CLOSE = = = = = = Very Bright • • BRENTWOOD • Single • 1 904-908 Granville Av. 2 Bdrm. +1 / 2 Bath •• • = = = = = = • • •• 2 Bd.+2 Ba. Totally Redone. Pool, sauna, Includes: Air conditioning unit, laundry facility, subterranean prkg. Near Whole Foods.
• WESTWOOD •
1 Bdrm.+1 Bath 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath
Fireplace, balcony, • • • • • • • entry, parking. gym. dishwasher, intercom Rooftop pool, • 310/476-2181 • entry, elevator, gated deck, central air, parking, gym, pool. elevator, intercom Close to shopping, • Close to Beach • entry, on-sight laundry, dining & schools. 310/394-7132 gym, parking.
• Jr. Executive
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11640 Kiowa Ave. 1415 Brockton Ave. 10933 Rochester Ave.
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BEVERLY HILLS
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017245052 The following is/are doing business as: SHOWBIZ INSIDERS 311 N. Robertson Blvd.#166, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Joseph Hobbs 311 N. Robertson Blvd. #166, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Jeremy T. Hobbs 311 N. Robertson Blvd. #166, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; The business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed: Joseph Hobbs, Partner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: August 31, 2017; Published: September 22, 29, October 06, 13, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017267798 The following is/are doing business as: GIOFRA INVESTMENTS, LLC DBA FRANCESCO SANTORO 332 N. Rodeo Dr. #5, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Giofra Investments, LLC 332 N. Rodeo Dr. #5, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed: Francesco Santoro, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: September 19, 2017; Published: September 29, October 06, 13, 20, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017267799 The following is/are doing business as: E BY EDISON BARBOSA 338 N. Canon Dr. #7, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; 2472 Lyric Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90027; Edison Barbosa 2472 Lyric Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90027; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed: Edison Barbosa, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: September 19, 2017; Published: September 29, October 06, 13, 20, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT 2017267800 The following is/are doing business as: GXR CONCIERGE COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE 2220 Avenue of The Stars #1702, Los Angeles, CA 90067; Glenn Rosten 2220 Avenue of The Stars #1702, Los Angeles, CA 90067; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed: Glenn Rosten, Broker/Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: September 19, 2017; Published: September 29, October 06, 13, 20, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017267801 The following is/are doing business as: 1) TERRA FIRMA REALTORS 2) TERRA FIRMA REALTY GROUP 439 N. Canon Dr. 3rd Flr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; P.O. Box 6509, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Derek Andrews 439 N. Canon Dr. 3rd Flr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Kyle Owens 439 N. Canon Dr. 3rd Flr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Tom Struckhoff 439 N. Canon Dr. 3rd Flr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: COPARTNERS, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed April 13, 2017: Derek Andrews, Partner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: September 19, 2017; Published: September 29, October 06, 13, 20, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017267802 The following is/are doing business as: THE COOKING BLUEPRINT 324 S. Beverly Dr. #110, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Elizabeth Owens 324 S. Beverly Dr. #110, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Justin Johnson 324 S. Beverly Dr. #110, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed: Elizabeth Owens, Partner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: September 19, 2017; Published: September 29, October 06, 13, 20, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017267797 The following is/are doing business as: DR C OPTOMETRY 10940 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025; Lynette Cacciotti 10940 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed: Lynette Cacciotti, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: September 19, 2017; Published: September 29, October 06, 13, 20, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017278078 The following is/are doing business as: WESTWOOD AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION & REPAIR 2215 S. Barrington Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90064; Hikmat Barikhan 11706 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed September 2017: Hikmat Barikhan, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: September 27, 2017; Published: October 06, 13, 20, 27, 2017 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2017278076 The following is/are doing business as: WESTWOOD AUTO CENTER 11708 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064; Hikmat Barikhan 11706 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed September 2017: Hikmat Barikhan, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: September 27, 2017; Published: October 06, 13, 20, 27, 2017 LACC N/C
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Another Phobia From Roger Lefkon THE FEAR OF BEING ALONE For as long as I can remember I have had a fear of being alone. It began as a prolonged stay in an incubator and has continued unabated with the landscape recently shifting to the interior of an imaging machine, where, with my earbuds in place, the banging of metal coils has been replaced with Lady Gaga and I harmonizing on our own MRI karaoke version of You And I. Being alone can be a terrifying experience which is why I will never be the sole occupant of an elevator or spend time in the park unless I have a companion to sit on the other side of my seesaw. Recalling Psycho and Norman Bates’ fun loving antics, I will never take a shower by myself nor commit any crime that might land me in solitary confinement. I would also never enter a hedge maze alone. With countless twists, turns, tunnels and dead ends it would be easy for me to get lost and never be seen or heard from again. In doing so I would be creating a disappearing act to rival the great illusionist David Copperfield. Fearing a medical emergency I never want to be alone without Medical Alert monitoring which is why I have “alert pendants” in every room in my house, in my car, at my table in Nate n Al’s sandwiched in between the pickles and the cole slaw, and at family re-reunions where anxiety driven mishaps frequently result in code blue events. The fact of the matter is that the only place I really feel safe is when I’m dining at the Ray Charles cafeteria at Cedars-Sinai surrounded by doctors, nurses, paramedics and out of work actors from Grey’s Anatomy posing as thoracic surgeons. Sadly, loneliness never goes out of style especially when it comes to music and movies. The Beatles understood what it’s like to experience isolation when they recorded Eleanor Rigby with it’s striking lyrics about loneliness as exemplified by “look at all the lonely people.” Elvis nailed it with Are You Lonesome Tonight as did Neil Diamond with Solitary Man. On the cinema side of the coin is Tom Hanks marooned on a deserted island finding solace in a volleyball that he befriends in Cast Away and Spencer Tracy alone in a skiff battling a large marlin in The Old Man And The Sea. To keep things in perspective there can on occasion be a lighter side to the Fear of Being Alone. A case in point. Why did the skeleton go to the party alone? Because he had “no body” to go with ! My greatest fear and ultimate nightmare
however is being the only person left on Earth, a scenario that arises when a lethal global pandemic consisting of strains of the Ebola virus, the Zika virus and an unpleasant intestinal gas sweeps over the planet wiping out the world’s population except for me, frozen in a cryogenic’s clinical trial only to be thawed out, like a pint of Ben & Jerry’s Cherry Garcia, when the world’s power grids fail. The challenges of a solo existence would be formidable. I would have to begin stocking water and food keeping in mind that man cannot survive with bread alone, he must also have peanut butter and jelly, avoid accidents that could prove fatal, stay clear of the escapees from the world’s zoos, remain calm as the forests begin their march to the cities and stay healthy in the absence of my team of medical specialists all of whom predicted that I would outlive them. I didn’t require a second opinion because they were all right. I would also have to start searching for a female survivor if in fact one existed, preferably a nice Jewish girl from Trenton, New Jersey, with a good appetite for food and sex. After all we are going to have to resurrect the human race and bring it back up to 7.5 billion souls. This effort was going to require large amounts of Viagra but the good news is that I will not have to pay for it. As the last person on Mother Earth I would be able to furnish my home with Piccasso’s, Da Vinci’s and Rembrandt’s, and fill my garden with Rodin’s and Michelangelo’s. I would appropriate Babe Ruth’s bat, Dorothy’s ruby slippers, Kermit the Frog’s star on the “Hollywood Walk of Fame,” LeBron James game-worn jersey and Oscar, Emmy, Tony and Grammy statues from Mel Brooks’ trophy case. I’d also fulfill a life long dream by appearing on stage at Budd Friedman’s Improv. But without an audience I would be playing to photos on the wall of Jay Leno, Jerry Seinfeld, Lilly Tomlin, Richard Lewis and Robin Williams, none of whom would be laughing. The downside to all of this of course is that as the planets’ only resident, I would slowly go insane. I would be living in a tainted paradise where I would be king but the kingdom would be empty. While being alone is a very scary proposition, perhaps it is not the worst thing in life–that being with people who make you feel alone. Roger Lefkon is a veteran TV writer/producer, former senior executive with Merv Griffin Entertainment, and author of The World Is A Really Scary Place
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The following assaults, burglaries, and grand thefts have been reported this week by BHPD. Losses (when known) are in brackets.
ASSAULTS 09/28 9400 Olympic Bl. 09/30 Wilshire Bl./N. Beverly Dr. 10/01 400 S. Beverly Dr. BURGLARIES 09/23 400 Smithwood Dr. ($850) 09/25 300 S. Doheny Dr. ($695) 09/26 9000 Burton Way ($475) 09/26 9100 Olympic Bl. ($1,800) 09/26 100 N. Willaman Dr. ($34,000) 09/26 200 N. Oakhurst Dr. ($785) 09/27 200 S. Oakhurst Dr. ($25,800) 09/28 9100 Wilshire Bl. 09/29 300 Reeves Dr. ($16,235) 09/30 400 N. Beverly Dr. ($2,450) 10/01 200 S. Hamilton Dr. ($3,000) 10/01 200 N. Rodeo Dr. ($730)
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Astrology By Holiday Mathis TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Oct. 6). You'll be the spark that brings a project to life. Soon many will be involved, and many more will be affected by the beautiful and useful thing you started. Family will grow. Your heart opens in new ways because of who comes into it next month. There's a move in March that will require you to get more education. Pisces and Scorpio adore you. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). The blurred borders and fuzzy edges that led to so much confusion will come together in a snap. It will be like getting the perfect prescription glasses: The world is suddenly crisp and clear. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Just because you've given doesn't mean you must now give in perpetuity. Those who try to hook you into an endless cycle are repellant to you. You'd rather just solve a problem and be done with it. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). To avoid invoking the envy of your peers, maybe it's better if you keep your hyper-production on the down-low now. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). People who make decisions based strictly on how they feel may worry you, but no more than those who decide strictly based on research, spreadsheets and cost comparisons. As for you, you'll do a little of both ways. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). No one is handed initiative. Initiative is something you have to take. What you do is really secondary today. The impact is created in how and why you do it. A power move is a move that's initiated by you. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). Ruled by Neptune, the dream king, Pisces need to dream like a fish needs water. New inspiration will help you fulfill that need today. Blow out the limits. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19). If you have to convince yourself that you're right, you're either A) not or B) oppressed. It is possible that others have squashed your spirit with their own agenda, thus causing you to doubt yourself. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20). You will get what was promised, but not when it was promised -- or maybe it will be the other way around. Hold people to their word. Accountability is the core of human decency. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Do what you can. Take responsibility where it's convenient. You wouldn't believe the burden you might take from another person's shoulders by volunteering to do something that will be very easy and enjoyable for you. CANCER (June 22-July 22). You're aware of the needs of others, the opportunities that are out there and the ways in which you might serve them. But mostly, you're aware of who you are. That's the piece that makes it all come together. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). What if you were never able to change your flaws? What then? Then you'd be forced to accept and make the most of it all. So start there. At this point it's a more powerful position than wishing for a change. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Social dynamics are tricky now. There is such a thing as playing it too cool. People want to know that you care enough to make an effort, but not that you're trying too hard.
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