OBITUARIES

Elspeth, Sheila, and Cathy.

In the 1960’s Ellie moved to Los Angeles. California, where she worked with Pace Magazine. ere she met Robert Nickerson, a Nebraskan and World War II veteran, marrying him in 1967. Together they raised two children, Andrew and Patricia, in Paci c Palisades. Robert worked in commercial real estate, and Ellie taught piano for 40 years, also getting her associate’s degree in Liberal Arts from Santa Monica College in 1992.

the city’s nances continued to be in excellent shape. e city’s nances bene tted in several ways, including increased revenues due to property tax adjustments by the county; increased revenues from permits and nes; increases in Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) and sales tax revenues; and higher beach parking lot revenues. Toney discussed the FY 2023-24 Budget schedule: in March, General Fund Grant applications are due; in April, the council will hold a special meeting to receive the proposed budget; in May, the Administration & Finance Subcommittee will hold a public hearing to review the proposed budget and General Fund Grants; in June, the City Council will adopt a nal budget. For more information about the Mid-Year Financial Report, watch the video on YouTube (youtube.com/watch?v=oVwwlwbatmQ&t=15504s, starts at 4:18:24) or see the sta report.

For more information about the city’s budget, including past Budgets, visit the webpage at malibucity.org.

Call made for submissions to the Community Poetry Anthology by April 2

“All Breathing ings” is the 2023 Community Poetry Anthology theme, and local authors are encouraged to submit poems or prose focusing on the wonder of belonging to Earth’s family. Submit up to three works for consideration by April 2. Submissions will only be accepted online. Selected work will be printed in a community anthology available this summer. Submit work and find additional details on the Malibu Arts Commission website.

Elspeth Ann (Young) Nickerson was born May 23rd, 1928, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, to Norman Young and Grace (Moody) Young. Together they raised four children; Christopher,

In 1997 Robert and Ellie moved to Malibu, CA, where she continued to teach piano and joined St. Aidan’s Parish. Ellie enjoyed her garden, playing piano, was active in her church, and adored her grand- son Trevor, born in 2005.

Ellie passed on January 28th, 2023, with her children by her side.

Ellie was predeceased by her husband Robert in 2003, her parents, and all of her siblings.

She is survived by children Andrew and Patricia, daughter-in-law Wendy, grandson Trevor, brotherin-law Seumas, and an extended family of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A Celebration of Life will be held at St. Aiden’s Episcopal Church on March 18th at 1:00 pm.

In lieu of owers, kindly make a charitable contribution to St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church, 28211 Paci c Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90265

Submission deadline is Monday at noon. Please email submissions to:

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PARENT AND ME fri mar 17

Park Tales (ages 2-5) will be held at Malibu Blu s Park from 10 to 11 a.m. Admission is free. e Somewhere Over the Rainbow Gold Hunt and Hop Around the Park events will be held on April 6. To learn more and upcoming city events, visit malibucity.org.

CLASSICAL GUITAR CONCERT AT THE MALIBU LIBRARY e Pepperdine Guitar Department presents a concert featuring musicians studying with world-renowned classical guitar virtuoso Christopher Parkening. A variety of works are presented in both solo and ensemble settings. On Friday, March 17, from 3 to 4 p.m. in the meeting room. sat mar 18

MORNING HIKE AT CHARMLEE

WILDERNESS PARK e morning is the best time of day to view insects, birds, and many other members of the chaparral ecosystem. Discover the wildlife and learn about unique native plants that call the Santa Monica Mountain region home. Terrain can be uneven, and participants will walk uphill to view the vast acreage of the park. Registration is required. Hike is from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Charmlee Wilderness Park. Visit