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CRAFTSMAN Historic homes, neighborhoods on tour in Pasadena.

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Real Estate Museums Home & Garden

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Scavenger hunt, Victorian homes in Angelino Heights.

Get lost amidst the lush fall beauty at the Arboretum.

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October 2011

hancock park • windsor square • fremont place • larchmont village • wilshire center • park labrea • miracle mile

GORGEOUSLY UPDATED ENGLISH $3,150,000

SPECTACULAR SPANISH $2,995,000

CHARMING COUNTRY ENGLISH $2,995,000

HIDDEN GEM IN WINDSOR SQ $2,925,000

Hancock Park. 5 beds/3.5 baths + 3 rm gst hse. Grmt kitchen. Huge family rm. Pool/spa/BBQ. Lisa Hutchins 323.460.7626

Los Feliz. Absolutely stunning 4+5.5 home beautifully remodeled & restored w/the finest of materials.

Rick Llanos 323.460.7617

Hancock Park. Country English with 6 bedrooms + 9 baths, full basement, guest house & sparkling pool.

Loveland Carr Properties 323.460.7606

Hancock Park. Grand 1906 English Manor house on over ½ acre with pool & guest house. 7 beds/ 6.5 baths.

Lisa Hutchins 323.460.7626

BEAUTIFUL SPANISH COLONIAL $1,995,000

LOCATION, LOCATION $1,825,000

ARCHITECTURAL GEM $1,799,000

TURNKEY HOME $1,499,000

Hancock Park. Updated while maintaining its 1923 character & charm.

3beds+3baths. Guest house + office.

Jenny Chow 213.810.8791

Hancock Park. Windsor Sq classic just a block from Larchmont.

Gourmet cntr-isle kitchen. 4 bed/2.5 bath.

Lisa Hutchins 323.460.7626

Hancock Park. Beautifully restored 3+3.5, 1920’s Paul Williams Spanish on popular tree lined street.

Rick Llanos 323.460.7617

Hancock Park. Windsor Sq. Traditional. 4Bd/2bas up, grmt kit, large grassy yard. Guest hse/office w/bath Loveland Carr Properties 323.460.7606

RARE OPPORTUNITY $1,299,500

COUNTRY ENGLISH GEM $1,299,000

SOPHISTICATED SPANISH $1,299,000

2 STORY COUNTRY ENGLISH $1,289,000

Hancock Park. Larchmont Village close. This 5beds/3baths Traditional has new paint & many upgrades.

Vivian Kim 213.327.7621

Hancock Park. Vaulted living w/fpl. 3bds/2.5baths.New gourmet kitch/ bkfst/office.Popular tree-lined st.

Lisa Hutchins 323.460.7626

Hancock Park. Sophisticated Spanish w/ updated kitchen & baths on a wonderful block. 3 beds + 2 baths.

Loveland Carr Properties 323.460.7606

Hancock Park. Central hall plan,vaulted ceiling,fplc in liv rm,lrg din rm,4beds,3baths,sparkling pool.

Linda Hadley/ James Hutchison 323.460.7637

DELIGHTFULLY UPDATED $1,225,000

INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY $995,000

A LOT OF HOUSE ON A LARGE LOT $950,000

SOPHISTICATED 2BEDRM+1BATH CONDO $4,200 A MONTH

Hancock Park. Just a stone’s throw from the village.3beds/2baths.New gourmet kitchen. Great vibe!

Lisa Hutchins 323.460.7626

Miracle Mile. Come into a “European Paradise”. Zoned LAC2 & is apx 8950 sf lot. See to believe.

D Knox/J Chow 323.640.5473

Hancock Park. Dutch-Colonial/Traditional. 3 + 2.75. Charming Country kitchen, beautifully remodeled.

Loveland Carr Properties 323.460.7606

Hancock Park. Live in grand style at the elegant Country Club Manor.

24 hr doorman & valet parking.

Loveland Carr Properties 323.460.7606

©2011 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker®, Previews®, and Coldwell Banker Previews International® are registered trademarks licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned And Operated By NRT LLC. Broker does not guarantee the accuracy of square footage, lot size or other information concerning the condition or features of property provided by seller or obtained from public records or other sources, and the buyer is advised to independently verify the accuracy of that information through personal inspection and with appropriate professionals.

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Museums free Oct. 2 in 'Pacific Standard Time' More than 25 museums will offer free admission on Sun., Oct. 2 heralding the opening of "Pacific Standard Time: Art in L.A. 19451930." The multi-institution event chronicles the birth of the area's art scene and how it grew to influence the world.

Participating sites in Miracle Mile are: A + D Architecture and Design Museum, Craft and Folk Art Museum and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

Also free are the Hammer Museum, UCLA, Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions, MAK Center for Art and Architecture at the Schindler House and the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. In addition, on Oct. 2, free shuttle buses will carry visitors on routes connecting many of the partner museums. For a map of the times and routes visit: www.pacificstandardtime.org/images/PST_Shuttle_Map. pdf. General info is at pacificstandardtime.org.

REDUCED 200K OPENING RECEPTION will be held at the Pitcairn House, designed by Greene & Greene in 1906.

INSIDE THE Ker/Mahan House, built in 1911.

611 lorraine, Now $2,599,000 Beautiful home, for the purist at heart!

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Home on the brook! 4 bd/3 + 5th bd or office. Remodeled kitchen, pool, huge grassy lot.

926 S. Longwood Ave. $1,518,000 Stately Mediterranean in Brookside: Great new 12% price reduction! 4 bd/3.5 ba. Respectfully restored historic landmark. Large backyard w/a child’s playhouse, guest quarters or office plus a bath

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Great Hancock Park starter or downsize home! Freshly painted.

Living room w/high ceiling, fireplace, view to front brick patio.

Formal dining room, pantry, kitchen w/6 burner Viking stove & subzero refrig./freezer. Grassy yard, 2 car-garage.

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Stately English in Brookside: 4 bd/3 ba. Spacious rms, hardwood flrs, lrg backyard, fenced pool & spa.

323-860-4240

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Hancock Park South •119 n. Larchmont Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90004 • 323.462.1225 Fax ©2010 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC. Coldwell Banker does not guarantee the accuracy of square footage, lot size or other information concerning the condition or features of property provided by the seller or obtained from public records or other sources, and the buyer is advised to independently verify the accuracy of that information through personal inspection and with appropriate professionals.

Tour Craftsman homes with Pasadena Heritage Bus, driving and walking tours of historic neighborhoods and homes will highlight Pasadena Heritage’s annual Craftsman Weekend on Thurs., Oct. 13 through Sun., Oct. 16.

The event kicks off with a luncheon, presentation on the history of Old Pasadena and a walking tour ending at Castle Green on Thurs., Oct. 13 from 12:30 to 5 p.m.

Events on Fri. Oct. 14 begin with an art tour and brunch from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Explore the city at your own pace on a driving tour that includes four historic homes. A Woodworker’s Dream tour will visit three studios 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Greene & Greene bus tour A walking tour from 2 to 5:30 p.m. goes through the Governor Markham Landmark District. A Greene & Greene bus tour will visit many of the remaining Pasadena homes designed by the brothers from 2 to 5 p.m.

An opening reception is at the Pitcairn House on the Westridge School campus from 6 to 8:30 p.m.

A workshop on Sat., Oct. 15 from 9 to 11 a.m. will answer questions about making design decisions for an historic home.

Author Milly Siple will discuss her book “California Light: A Century of Landscapes” from 11 a.m. to noon.

Old-house experts Mark Alan Hewitt and Gordon Bock will sign copies of “The Vintage House: A Guide to Successful Renovations and Additions” from 1 to 2 p.m.

Bruce Smith will discuss and sign his new book “Greene &

Greene: Developing a California Architecture” from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m.

Craftsman kitchens Buses will take tourists to visit the kitchens of three Craftsman homes from 9:30 a.m. until noon and from 1 to 3:30 p.m. A Great Architects Tour will highlight homes

by J. J. Blick and Charles Buchanan from 9:30 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3:30 p.m.

A walking tour will wind its way through the Prospect Heights neighborhood, leaving every 30 minutes from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

On Saturday evening from 6 to 8:30 p.m. tour of the Manor Del Mar, completed in 1908 and modeled after Theodore Roosevelt’s Summer White House.

Six privately owned Craftsman-era homes will be open on Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., including the Greenedesigned DeForest Home, the original residence of Ernest Batchelder and the Caunt House.

Swiss Renaissance Three homes never before open for the tour include the Ker/Mahan House, a Swiss Renaissance-style home built in 1916 in Altadena and the William Grassie House.

More than 80 exhibitors will take part in the Craftsman Exposition on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Pasadena Convention Center.

Furniture, textiles, pottery and tiles, metal work and wallpaper will be featured.

For tickets or more information, call 626-411-6333 or go to pasadenaheritage.org.

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BOND. JAMES BOND. Lautner's Elrod House in Palm Springs was a location for "Diamonds are Forever."

Lautner’s Legacy told at panel discussion Oct. 9 “Preserving Lautner’s Legacy: The Spectrum of Stewardship” panel discussion is on Sun., Oct. 9 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Wilshire Christian Church Fellowship Hall, 634 S. Normandie Ave., at Wilshire Blvd.

Co-presented by the Los Angeles Conservancy and The John Lautner Foundation, the discussion with architects and owners of five Lautner homes will approach stewardship— from restoration to reconstruction, and everything in between.

Moderated by Los Angeles

Conservancy executive director Linda Dishman, the panel will include Helena Arahuete, principal, Lautner Associates, and Frank Escher, board member, The John Lautner Foundation. A reception will follow the discussion.

This special event is part of the John Lautner Turns 100 series, a year-long celebration of the legendary architect, who would have turned 100 this year. For more information about the series, visit johnlautner.org. RSVP at 213623-2489.

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This classic 1920s residence in Hancock Park represents a rare opportunity for those who cherish traditional architecture & aspire to own a piece of Hollywood history. Situated on a quiet tree-lined street, this home stands at approx. 7,586 sq.ft, with 5 fam bds, bonus rm, maid’s rm, 6.5 bas, library, elegant mirrored dining rm, living rm w/ drop-down projection screen, garden rm & rumpus rm. Previously owned by one of Hollywood’s first talent agents and 1930s film star Paul Muni, the property immediately recalls the Golden Age of Hollywood with architectural details such as dramatic ornamental arches, winding stairs, beamed ceilings, patterned terracotta tile, hand-carved wood panels, & lushly upholstered & padded walls. The property includes a pool and a pond for serene relaxation. There is even a glimpse of the golf course. This is a treasured Hancock Park classic that simply cannot be duplicated today. Awaiting your personal touch. Listed at $4,500,000

Set in HP behind the privacy of stately iron gates, this Tudor-style residence overlooks the legendary Wilshire Country Club & offers a breathtaking view of the golf course. Spanning over 10,000 sq.ft, this lushly appointed 3-story home boasts soaring ceilings, numerous French doors, wood inlay flrs & graceful wood carved fireplaces. The property features 6 spacious BR, full maid’s quarters, 6 full & 3 half BA, library, office, formal DR, sitting rm, fam rm, grmt kitchen, wine cellar, & recreation rm--yet the pièce de résistance is the grand LR w/ dramatic walls of glass opening to an unobstructed view of the golf course. Beautiful grounds are designed for sophisticated outdoor entertaining w/multiple outdoor terraces & patios, pool, spa, serene fountains & gardens, & winding path leading to the golf course. Large motor court w/3-car garage welcomes guests to this resort style estate tucked away from the rest of the city. Live in complete privacy w/verdant golf course as your backdrop. Listed at $7,750,000

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Art Deco Society leads tours of Hollywood Forever Oct. 8 Explore old Hollywood through the lives and deaths

of its citizens on a walking tour of Hollywood Forever

Cemetery, 6000 Santa Monica Blvd., on Sat., Oct. 8 from 10

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GRAVE MARKER of fashion critic and long-time Windsor Square resident Mr. Blackwell.

departing at approximately 20-minute intervals. The last group leaves at noon. The tour is free to ADSLA members; nonmembers, $20. RSVP at 310-659-3326, or adsla.org.

Modern Skyline on walking tour

You choose the amenities you want:

Enjoy vintage style & modern living.

a.m. to noon. The event is hosted by the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles.

Visitors will hear the stories of actors, movie moguls and early pioneers including Rudolph Valentino, Douglas Fairbanks, Tyrone Power and C.B. De Mille as they tour the 110-year-old cemetery.

Among others who are resting there are punk rocker Johnny Ramone, agent Maxwell Smart portrayer Don Adams and Windsor Square’s own Mr. Blackwell.

The cemetery, which showcases a collection of monument styles, shrines and mausoleums, has been used as a background location for Hollywood movies and televisions series.

The first tour leaves at 10 a.m. with subsequent tours

Tour Downtown’s Modern Skyline on a walking tour Sat., Oct. 8 from 2 to 4:30 p.m. with the L.A. Conservancy.

The fifth annual Docomomo U.S. Tour Day includes skyscapers, plazas and public art that define the financial district today and in the past. Sites on the one-and-a-half mile tour include the Biltmore Hotel, L.A. Central Library and the Bonaventure Hotel.

From the 1880s when Victorian mansions crowned Bunker Hill, the built environment of the Bunker Hill area has evolved, reflecting the tastes and economics of the city’s population.

Tickets are $5 for members; $10 for non-members. Visit laconservancy.org.

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412 S. Citrus Ave. Hancock Park, $1,050,000 3 BD/3 BA Character Spanish home w/ original details. Redone kitchen w/breakfast rm.

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4417 Simpson Ave., 801 S. Muirfield Rd. $729,000 Hancock Park, $1,395,000 Studio City 4 BD/3 BA 3 BD/3.5 BA Contemporary Open Mediterranean Extensively floor plan updated Kit. renovated, upgraded Nice private elec./plumbing, rebuilt 3825backyard.

Sapphire Drive, Encino Hills $1,149,000 Represented Buyer chimneys Immaculate remodeled 4 bed/3 bath Landscaped yard, bolted

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2220 Chelan Dr., $1,395,000 Hollywood Hills Approx. 1.5 acre site w/3 contiguous lots.

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127 N. Alta Vista, $1,399,000 Hancock Park 3BD/3.5BA Spanish Extensively remodeled Landscaped yard

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bar opening to the family room. Expansive professionally-landscaped yard with pool. Coveted Lanai School District.

1534 Sierra Bonita Ave. Hollywood Hills, $899,000 2 BD/1.5 BA Craftsman style home All systems upgraded Huge deck with hot tub

Stunning Ibizian 2 bed/3 bath home 224 S. Highland, 2502 Saintplus George den/media room. Chef’s kitchen $2,049,000 Los Feliz with Viking stove and carrera marble Hancock Park counter tops. Sound system throughout 2BD/1.75 Traditional 5BD/4BA English Tudor for entertaining and relaxing. Lushly Large family rm.

Extensively remodeled landscaped backyard with a pool/spa Separate guest house and recreation room/cabana, bonus!Landscaped yard, pool/spa Listed by Greg Scott 3rd St. School district

Information contained herein deemed reliable although not guaranteed. Keller Williams does not guarantee the accuracy of provided by the seller or obtained from public records or other sources.

2309 Apollo Dr. Hollywood Hills, $1,550,000 3 BD/3.5 BA Contemporary 3 level floor plan, dramatic living room, family rm., pool co-listed w/Vadim Baum

PETE BUONOCORE 323.762.2561 www.coregroupLA.com

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4507 Finley avenue #9, $250,000 Los Feliz top Floor one-bedroom condo in close proximity to Los Feliz Village.

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414 N. Kilkea Drive, Miracle Mile $1,699,000

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634 South Citrus Avenue Hancock Park

543 Beachwood Boulevard Hancock Park

Coming Soon . . .

Classic 1920’s Country English, stunningly renovated on quiet tree lined block in Hancock Park. Beautifully restored home incorporating traditional design with state of the art design and materials. Three bedrooms, plus den/library/4th bedroom, and 3.5 baths. Formal dining room. High arched ceilings, all Viking stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry throughout, European White Oak flooring, surround sound, and custom stain glass windows. French doors lead to large, private backyard with pool, patio, and lush landscaping. Detached two car garage. Grand opening expected mid October!

Jad Najjar 310.387.1545 JNajjar@JohnAaroeGroup.com DRE# 01227860

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John Aaroe Group | 9720 Wilshire Blvd, Third Floor, Beverly Hills, CA 90212 | 310.272.8002 John Aaroe Group does not guarantee the accuracy of square footage, lot size, or other information concerning the condition or features of the property provided by the seller or obtained from public records and other sources and the buyer is advised to independently verify the accuracy of that information. This is not intended as a solicitation if your property is currently listed with another broker.

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Day of the Dead brings Hollywood cemetery to life “Dia De Los Muertos,” the 3,000-year-old Aztec tradition

also referred to as “All Souls Day,” will be celebrated at

Hollywood Forever Cemetery, 6000 Santa Monica Blvd., on

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1930’s Romantic Mediterranean. $3,875,000 Boxed beamed living room and dining room. Stately woodpaneled library, sunroom. This grand house is just under 6000 sq. ft. Situated on a very large lot, on the best block in Hancock Park. 6 Bedrooms plus office. 6 1/2 baths, many with beautiful ornate original tiles. 3 fireplaces, 3 terraces, Swimming pool, changing rooms. 3 car garage. Come explore!

Inspired Country Club Manor! $605,000 The building has 24-hour concierge, valet parking for residents and guests, views. It is located right across the street from the Wilshire Country Club and a stones throw from the L.A. Tennis Club. One large Bedroom en suite.

Steve Sylvester and Michael Troyan will sign and discuss their new book "M-G-M: Hollywood's Greatest Backlot," which they co-wrote with Steven Bingen, on Wed., Oct. 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the Hollywood Heritage Museum in the Lasky-DeMille Barn, 2100 N. Highland Ave. Ample free parking. Admission is $5 for Hollywood Heritage members, $10 for non-members.

SuSan Chadney

Hollywood Hills Office

Authors sign "M-G-M: Hollywood's Greatest Backlot" Oct. 12 at the 'Barn'

Assistant Team Leader 323.422.9449 SusanChadney@yahoo.com www.SusanChadney.com

Hancock Park, on tHe Golf course, Pool, 4 Bedrooms & a GuestHouse... at tHis Price???

it’s not a misPrint... call today & move in By Halloween!

581 Wilcox Ave. 4 BED/4 BATH, 2,647 SQ/FT. $1,395,000 Ideal Hancock Park location, sited on the 12th fairway of the Wilshire CC golf course. Perfect family home with abundant outdoor space, large swimming pool and pool/guest house. Formal living room and dining rooms, long galley kitchen leads to utility room. Spacious master opens out to pool, and offers ample closet space. Gated driveway leads to 2-car garage. Short stroll to LA Tennis Club and Larchmont Village.

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81 Fremont Place $3,699,000 Fabulous Fremont Place! Gated, guarded. Quiet interior location. Detached guest quarters with bath. Gracious and generous living and dining rooms. Gorgeous architectural kitchen/family room, beamed ceiling and original butler’s pantry. Separate den/library. 2 fireplaces, 2 balconys - one is off the master suite. There is an interior staircase with large library landing. This special home has gorgeous gardens with several small private retreats, fountains, built-in outdoor kitchen and pergola for dining alfresco!

Sat., Oct. 22 from 1 p.m. to midnight.

More than 20,000 people are expected to attend the 12th annual event held in the historic final resting place for a number of Hollywood immortals.

A procession begins with a traditional Aztec blessing.

More than 100 altars throughout the cemetery will honor those who have departed.

Other highlights include the “Calaveras” art exhibit, ALTARS ARE SHRINES to those who arts and crafts expo- have passed away. sitions, historic lectures, interactive family activ- Guests are encouraged to ities, performing artists, arti- come dressed in Dia De Los sans and traditional Mexican Muertos attire. General admiscuisine. Astrid Hadad will per- sion is $10; children under 10 form a concert on the main are free. For information, go to ladayofthedead.com. stage at 9 p.m.

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Duplex named city historic monument Elegant

MANSFIELD building is number “999” in preservation program.

gular-shaped building roofline of the main elevation is supported by decorative wood brackets.

The main center bay of the building is flanked by two smaller slightly inset bays.

The main entrance is covered by a semi-circular arched

opening covered in Mission tile. Symmetrically composed, the main elevation is flanked by corner quoins and trios of arched windows with key stones and second-story casement windows with a center balconette.

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507 N. Ir ving Blvd. • Offered at $1,349,000 Elegant, spacious, exquisitely redone home in Hancock Park Adjacent. Walking distance to Larchmont Village & Paramount Studios.

This lovely home as 2 spacious master bds, 2 regular bds, and 4 1/2 ba, new hardwood floors, 3 fireplaces, new windows, shutters,family room,gym, and a serene garden with many fruit trees. Ready to move in!!!

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A Mediterranean Revival Style duplex at 139-41 S. Mansfield Ave. has been named a Historic-Cultural Monument.

The property exhibits a high-level of architectural design and detailing, including a slightly pitched sidegabled roof covering in red Mission tile and multi-light arched casement windows, according to the city Planning Dept. Office of Historic Resources.

Built in 1928 by contractor Edward Goralsky for the original owner Margarete Mae Marsh, the two-story building exhibits character-defining features of the Mediterranean Revival style, according to city officials.

The designation, HCM #999 was awarded in June, one short of the 1,000 milestone in the 49-year old historic preservation program.

The Mansfield Ave. rectan-

Head Eastbound on AIA/LA fall tour to four sustainable homes A 1960’s Los Feliz home was gutted and reimagined to create an open floor plan for large-scale entertaining. Custom furniture was enhanced by accent pieces from Bali, China, India, Morocco and Tibet.

It's one of four sites on AIA|LA's fall tour, Eastbound, on Sun., HOME was gutted for an open floor plan.

Oct. 23 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. "We are very excited to go back to the East side. This is, in fact, an area of great modernist landmarks, and we are happy to help discover some terrific contemporary design reflecting the style and the attitude of the East side neighborhood," said Carlo Caccavale, AIA|LA associate director. The self driving tour also includes sustainable homes in the Hollywood Hills and Silverlake. Architects and docents are available to answer questions at each site. The last entry is at 3:45 p.m. Tickets are $65 members; $75 non-members. Visit aia.org.

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Scavenger hunt, tours mark Halloween Explore one of the oldest neighborhoods in L.A. or tour museums that will be dressed up in their ghoulish best for Halloween.

The Los Angeles Conservancy will host its third annual “Haunts of Angelino Heights” scavenger hunt on Sat., Oct. 22 and Sun., Oct. 23 from 4 to 6:30 p.m.

Armed with only a flashlight, map and list of clues to solve, teams will walk around the neighborhood collecting answers before the time is up. Each correct answer earns points—with bonus points

awarded for creativity—and prizes are awarded to the winning team.

While on the hunt, participants can check out some of Angelino Heights’ Queen Anne-style Victorian homes, like the house from Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” video.

Tickets are $30 per person; up to six people can be on a team. To register or for more information, go to outoftheboxevents.webconnex.com.

Heritage Square Museum hosts Halloween Movie Night on Sat., Oct. 22 beginning at 7:30 p.m. at

3800 Homer St. Guests can bring a picnic, blankets and chairs to view “Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” starring Spencer Tracy and Ingrid Bergman.

Beverages and popcorn will be available for purchase.

Admission is $10.

Halloween and Mourning tours are at the museum on Sat., Oct. 29 and Sun., Oct. 30 from noon to 4 p.m. Set among Victorian-era houses, visitors will learn about traditions practiced 100 years ago.

Activities for children include period games, craft making, a pumpkin patch and apple-

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The adaptation of Hunter S. Thompson’s novel was produced by its star Johnny Depp.

A Sundance award winner will screen on Sun., Oct. 16, and Chaplin’s 1936 comic tale of the Great Depression “Modern Times” screens Tues., Oct. 18.

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man will direct the cold reading. “Accattone” (1961) Italian Neorealism screens Thurs., Oct. 27.

Tickets are $10, $7 for LACMA members, and $5 for Film Independent, LACMA Film Club and New York Times Film Club members. For a full schedule and show times visit www.lacma.org or call 323-857-6010.

Film, art gala Nov. 5 The inaugural Art + Film Gala honoring Clint Eastwood and artist John Baldessari is on Sat., Nov. 5. Leonardo DiCaprio is co-chair.

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The building also has a twocar garage at the rear.

The building “embodies the distinguishing characteristics of an architectural type specimen, inherently valuable for a study of a period style or method of construction” as an example of Mediterranean Revival Style residential architecture.

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MUSEUM ROW

Modern design, art takes root in Pacific Standard Time; book fair LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART— "California Design, 1930-1965: Living in a Modern Way," Oct. 1 to March 25, features more than 300 objects. It is one of several exhibits part of Pacific Standard Time, which covers the Post War II art scene in the southland.

•"Asco: Retrospective, 19721987." Ends Dec. 4.

• Maria Nordman "Filmroom." Ends Jan. 15.

• Edward Kienholz’s "Five Car Stud." Ends Jan. 15.

• "Monet/Lichtenstein: Rouen Cathedrals," Oct. 1 to Jan. 1, groups Monet’s Impressionist Rouen cathedral paintings with Lichtenstein’s 1969 work.

• Sandra de la Loza, founder of the Pocho Research Society of Erased and Invisible History, sampling of obscure 1970 murals, Oct. 15 to Jan. 22.

• "Glenn Ligon: AMERICA," Oct. 23 to Jan. 22.

• Al Weiwei: "Circle of Animals/Zodiac Heads" ends Feb. 2012.

• "Tim Burton" retrospective, ends Halloween, Oct. 31.

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PAGE MUSEUM AT THE LA BREA TAR PITS— National Fossil Day Sat., Oct. 8 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. includes a Pleistocene Garden Tour at 11 a.m. and Ice Age Encounter with a two-month old baby saber-toothed cat at 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m."The Taphonomy of the Tar Pits" with UCLA professor Anthony Friscia is at 1 p.m.

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ARCHITECTURE+DESIGN MUSEUM—"Eames Designs: The Guest Host Relationship" opens Sat., Oct. 1. “The uncommon beauty of common things” from food to nails focus on the less-known aspects of their lives. Opening reception is Thurs., Oct. 6 at 6:30 p.m. $20. Ends Jan. 16.

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and their defining works into new uncharted directions.

Ends Jan. 8 • "The Alchemy of June Schwarcz: Enamel Vessels from the Forrest L. Merrill Collection" ends Jan. 8.

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LOS ANGELES MUSEUM OF THE HOLO­ CAUST— "Cafe Europa: Portraits in Black and White" ends Oct.

31. Exhibit features photographs and text of Holocaust survivors.

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Celebrate Sukkot Oct. 9 creating floral garlands. Make Cardboard Creations Oct. 16 with artist Jonathan Reinert.

Meet Alva Sachs, author of "Circus Fever" and "I’m 5" on Oct. 23. Mista Cooke Jar and the Chocolate Chips play Oct. 30.

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PETERSEN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM—Auto bingo and treats on Sat., Oct. 1 during Discovery Day, from 1 to 4 p.m. Stories are read by L.A. BooksPALS at 2:30 p.m.

• Automotive Authors Book Fair on Sat., Oct. 29 from 2 to 5 p.m.

• "Phil Hill: A Life in Cars" tribute includes vehicles he raced to the clothes he wore.

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• New Car Showroom features a 1941 Cadillac, the year fully automatic transmisson and air conditoining were introduced. Ends March 2012 • "Scooters: Size Doesn't Always Matter" features 90 of the two-wheeled vehicles.

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• "The Artwork of Tom Fritz."

Ends Nov. 6.

6060 Wilshire Blvd., 323903-2277; petersen.org KOREAN CULTURAL CENTER—Yerak's Crossover Music Concert blends traditional with western instruments Sat., Oct. 1 at 7 p.m.

• "Autumn Concert: UCLA Professor Don Kim with Korean Classical Music and Dance Co. is Fri., Oct. 14 at 8 p.m.

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Continue weeding. Removing weeds now before they go to seed will eliminate hundreds of weeds next season.

Destroy invasive weeds, those that have gone to seed and perennials that may root in the compost pile. And mulch the soil if you haven’t already done so.

Keep watering new plantings, stressed and young plants, evergreens, and moisture loving plants as needed throughout the fall.

Water thoroughly and whenever the top few inches are crumbly and slightly moist. Check my plant guide for more specifics on your plants watering needs. Properly watered plants are better able to survive the rigors of winter.

Reduce future workloads and improve your garden’s health and beauty.

A layer of shredded leaves, evergreen needles or woodchips will help suppress weeds, conserve moisture, moderate soil temperatures, and improve the soil as they decompose.

Replace faded annuals with cool season annuals, mums, and other fall plants, decorative squash and pumpkins.

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IT’S A BEAUTIFUL time of year to explore the L.A. Arboretum and Botanic Gardens.

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There’s the “gentle Spaghetti Scrubber” made from peach pits. It is good for scrubbing most anything, especially items that are prone to dull or scratch with a tool that is too abrasive.

The “coarse” scrubber is made from corn cobs.

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Classes on tree pruning, plant propagation and ecological gardening are scheduled this month at the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Gardens at 301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia.

Learn the fundamentals of tree pruning on Sat., Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. to noon.

Take a docent-led tour of the Santa Anita Depot on Tuesday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday tours are from 1 to 4 p.m.

Walking tours of the arboretum are available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m.

Botanical art class Take an art class on botanical drawing using colored pencils on Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All levels of experience are welcome.

The Bookwork Storytelling program continues for kids ages three to six. The stories will be The Plant Children See the World on Wed., Oct 5 and 19, from 10 to 11 a.m.

Includes a craft to take home.

Learn about the different native and exotic species of trees that grow in California on Thurs., Oct. 6 from 9:30 a.m. to noon in the Palm Room.

Outdoor watercolor painting class for beginners and advanced students is available on Thurs., Oct. 6 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ikebana lessons Ikebana, Japanese flower arranging, is taught on Fridays starting Oct. 7. Advanced classes are from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and basic classes are from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Both meet in the Bamboo Room.

Learn about ecological food production and gardening from the forest. The public talk is on Fri., Oct. 7 from 7 to 9 p.m., while the workshops are offered Sat., Oct 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sun., Oct. 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Permaculture Design certificate courses on sustainable land-use design based on ecological principles and ethics are available Saturdays, Oct. 8 and 22, and Sun., Oct. 9 and 23 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Learning how to garden in one square foot of space on Sat., Oct. 8 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Palm Room.

Amy Nettleton lectures on natural landscapes and garden spaces on Thurs., Oct. 13 from 9:30 a.m. to noon in the Palm Room.

Dr. Peter Del Tredici gives a slide lecture exploring the natural and cultural history of urban plants on Thurs., Oct. 13 from 7:30 to 9 p.m.

Drought tolerant plants Learn design basics for gardening with drought tolerant plants on Sat., Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Take a field trip to explore the new Mark Bartos Gardens in San Marino and Pasadena on Thurs., Oct. 20 from 9:30 a.m. to noon.

Learn what leaves do and why they change color in the

Two Dog Nursery hosts food drive A Fall Kick-Off Sale and Food Drive to benefit the L.A. Food Bank is on Sun., Oct. 2 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Two Dog Organic Nursery, 914 S. Cloverdale Ave. Admission to the sale, in which shoppers receive 10 percent off everything from organic seedlings, trees, blueberry bushes, books and products, is mandatory donations of food or “personal needs” items. Five percent of proceeds will be donated to the Food Bank.

For more information, go to twodognursery.com. fall at the family fun class on Sat., Oct. 22 from 10 a.m. to noon. Includes a leaf printing activity following the tour.

Meets in the Oak Room.

Learn the difference between sexual and asexual propagation with Dave Lannom on Thurs., Oct. 27 from 9:30 a.m. to noon.

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Plant sales, craft classes, music, drama at The Huntington fun with creative crafts using pumpkins and gourds on Wed., Oct. 26 from 3 to 3:45 p.m. in the Children’s Garden.

Kids ages seven to 12 can learn how to carve and use

pumpkins and gourds in creating pieces of art on Sat., Oct. 29 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

For more information call 626-405-2128 or go to www. huntington.org.

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ancient trees on the planet, on Tues., Oct. 11 at 7:30 p.m. in Friends’ Hall.

Discover more about the iris, known as the rainbow flower, on Thurs., Oct. 13 at 2:30 p.m. in Friends’ Hall.

Plant sale to follow.

Enjoy the many varieties of orchids at the annual orchid show and sale at the Botanical Center on Fri., Oct. 14, noon to 4:30 p.m., and Sat. and Sun., Oct. 15 and 16, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Learn flower arranging with a Craftsman aesthetic from the Flower Duet on Sat., Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to noon. The floral design class will use wooden containers and California-grown blooms.

Annual fall plant sale Get inspired for spring and pick up plants, as well as tips on pruning, mulching, winter lawn care and pest control at

the annual fall plant sale on Fri., Oct. 21 from noon to 4:30 p.m., and Sat. and Sun., Oct. 22 and Oct. 23 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Learn how to propagate, grow, care for and enjoy figs at Friends’ Hall on Tues., Oct. 25 at 7:30 p.m.

Halloween Crafts Kids ages seven to 12 can learn how to weave plants and natural fibers into pieces of original art on Sat., Oct. 22 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

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Several plant sales, including fall plants, orchids and irises are on the calendar this month, as well as art and craft classes, and music and drama in the garden at The Huntington, 1151 Oxford Road in San Marino.

Arts and Crafts Learn how to paint orchids using watercolors on Sat., Oct 1, 8 and 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Prior drawing skills are highly recommended.

Students ages 14 to 17 can learn plein air painting, using the gardens as inspiration, on Sat., Oct. 1 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Help create a large living picture at the Big Draw on Sat., Oct. 1 from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Participants will use the Australian Garden Lawn as a canvas and leaves, twigs, flowers and other plant materials to create a collage.

Enjoy traditional Chinese music in the Love for the Lotus Pavilion, the Chinese garden, on Wednesdays from 1 to 3 p.m.

Edgar Allen Poe and Edward Gorey Enjoy a spooky night on the moonlit grounds of the Huntington with enactments of works by Edward Gorey and Edgar Allen Poe, presented by actors from the Guild of St. George on Sat., Oct. 8 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. For ages 10 to adult.

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Learn how to use California native species, including wildflowers, berries, shrubs and trees and check out more than 1,000 plants of 50 native species on sale at the Sepulveda Garden Center Sat., Oct. 29 and Sun., Oct. 30 at 16633 Magnolia Blvd. in Encino.

Learn how to use California native wildflowers in the garden with Genevieve Arnold on Sat., Oct. 29 at 11 a.m.

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how to reimagine the California lawn on Sat., Oct. 29 at 1:30 p.m.

The sale, which takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday, includes native plants for a variety of microclimates from seeds, mints, berries and hummingbird and butterfly plants to shrubs, perennials and trees. Also on sale will be books, field guides, posters and T-shirts. Snacks and

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Horns, whose business helps people set up native plant and organic gardens, will give a presentation on the geology, geography and geomorphology of So. California.

The meeting starts with refreshments at 9:15 a.m. at the Griffth Park Visitor's Center Auditorium, 4730 Crystal Springs Dr. The presentation begins at 11 a.m.

Call Raymond Coty at 323664-4677 for more information.

Celebrate grasses, harvest festival at Descanso

A variety of activities takes place in October at Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr., La Canada Flintridge.

Kids, ages two to four, may bring their adults on a trek with Acorn Bear through the gardens each Friday beginning Oct. 7 at 9:30 a.m.

The fall plant sale at the Lake House Nursery takes place on Fri., Oct. 7 and Sat., Oct. 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tour the camellias Wayne Walker, camellia horticulturist, leads a tour of Descanso’s camellia collection on Sat., Oct. 8 at 1 p.m.

Stretch outdoors with beginning tai chi on Tuesdays beginning Oct. 11 at 8:30 a.m.

Advanced tai chi meets on Wednesdays beginning Oct. 12 at 8:30 a.m. at the Rose Pavilion.

Learn how to strengthen the body’s core with Pilates on Wednesdays starting Oct. 12 at 9:30 a.m.

Meet local artists and enjoy the Descanso oaks at the

Autumn Air showing and sale on Sat., Oct. 15 and Sun., Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Rachel Young, native plant horticulturist, demonstrates how to make seed balls for planting wildflowers in your garden on Sat., Oct. 15 at 11 a.m. In Maple.

Growing a beer garden Learn about the world of grasses, the “workhorse family” of the plant world on Sat., Oct. 15 at the In Praise of Grasses festival starting at 11 a.m. Classes include planting perennial grasses, growing a beer garden, and home beer making. Enjoy beer, brats and music in the Biergarten from 3 to 8 p.m. in the courtyard.

Celebrate the autumn season at the harvest festival on Sat., Oct. 22 and Sun., Oct. 23. Costume parades begin at 10:30 a.m. with a puppet show at 11 a.m. both days.

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Recognizing dog body language and intervening BEFORE their dog starts to lose control; Staying only as long as their dog is having fun; Giving special consideration to smaller dogs that may be overwhelmed by larger or more assertive dogs; Cleaning up after their dog.

Until the public insists on proper regulation and oversight of dog parks, Layla and I will stay away. So should you.

For more complete information, I recommend “Visiting the Dog Park” by Cheryl S. Smith (Dogwise Publishing) and susterberg. com/00ethogram.html, which contains descriptions and photos that explain how to read important dog behaviors.

Susan Isaacs is the owner of the Well-Heeled Dog. To contact her call 310-248-2420 or go to www.wellheeleddog. com.

Identify your pets by tag, microchip Found Animals recommends all pets have identification, because one in three will get lost during their lifetime.

One option is a pet ID and license tag. A pet ID is a tag engraved with your contact information and your pet’s name, and can be purchased at PetCo. The license tag gives the phone number of the nearest city animal shelter.

Another option is a microchip which is the size of a grain of rice and is implanted

How about the curious word “rigmarole?” ponders Edna Hopkins?

Stay with me now. In Saxon times in England (before the Norman Conquest) there was a local tribunal in the shires (counties) called The Hundred Court (after the principal division of acreage that would support a family) which survived until the late 19th century and met regularly to deal with private pleas, criminals, matters of taxation, etc. The very wordy results of these courts, called Hundred Rolls and sent on a regular basis to the King in London, were long pieces of parchment with numerous pendant seals hanging from them. This gave the documents a decidedly ragged appearance and they were subsequently dubbed “Ragman Rolls” and eventually “Rigmarole”—a rambling account, a seemingly unending yarn. *** Why do we go to “hell in a handbasket?” queries Robert Critton.

The infernal regions, that place of torment and punishment, that abode of devils and condemned spirits, is also used frequently in exclamatory or imprecatory phrases. There can be “hell to pay,” “hell or high water,” or “all hell let loose.” We can wait until “hell freezes over,” go to “hell and gone,” or a “hell-hole.” We can also tell someone to “get the hell out” and we can “give hell” or “get hell.” Probably the most emphatic usage is when we tell someone to “go to hell” who doesn’t want to go at all. But when someone chooses to make the journey in something as harmless and

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I’ve had another disappointing experience with my dog Layla at a West Hollywood dog park! I had learned my lesson several times over about people and dog parks, yet I continued to take my dog to that particular park, hoping people would somehow behave more responsibly...the definition of insanity!

Sunday, 7:30 a.m. Three humans glued to their smart phones, ignoring their dogs. I was trying to create space for Layla to enter the park without being “rushed” by three large dogs whose noses were pressed against the gate from the inside. Layla, usually fearless, was hesitant to go in.

I backed her up and made her sit, hoping the other dogs would lose interest and move away. When they didn’t, I called out, “Would you please call your dogs away, just for a moment?” No response. I called out again. Nothing. So I entered alone, threw a ball to divert the dogs’ attention and then brought Layla in, staying close by just in case.

We immediately walked past two fresh poops. Then, I witnessed a dog defecating. I called out, “Someone’s dog’s pooping here!” A glance in my direction, then back to their phones.

There are benefits to dog park, along with benefits come responsibilities.

They’re NOT for humans who: Only want to socialize.

Won’t obey the rules.

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