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Los Feliz Ledger Vol 5. No. 8

Locals Respond to Haitian Crisis

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LFVBID Undecided about 2010 Street Fair

By Roberta Morris Ledger Contributing Writer

By Jessica Pauline Ogilvie Ledger Contributing Writer

With the death toll currently estimated at 200,000, local organizations continue to provide assistance by way of donations to Haiti following a 7.0 magnitude earthquake. Mount Hollywood Congregational’s Rev. Rachel Ciupek-Reed sent out a call almost immediately following the earthquake Jan. 12th to her congregation and friends of a special offering for that weeks’ services. The effort collected nearly $1,000 to send in aid. For Hollywood Lutheran’s Pastor Dan Hooper, the need was reminiscent of 2004 when his congregation raised $2,000 for victims of the Asian tsunami—generated by a 9.0 magnitude earthquake under the Indian Ocean— that killed more than 150,000 people in 11 countries. The money raised, Hooper said, was used to rebuild a building lost in the devastation. “The heart of our faith as Christians is to live out

LOS FELIZ—After canceling the popular Los Feliz Street Fair in 2009, the Los Feliz Village Business Improvement District (LFVBID) board unanimously voted at its Jan. 13th meeting to consider bringing the fair back

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for 2010. Despite the consensus, though, the board has not made a definite decision about the fate of the fair. “We are committed to bringing the street fair back,” said Chris Serrano, LFVBID President, in an email to the Ledger, “but only if and when we feel it is a street fair that adequately reflects the com-

munity as a whole.” At the Jan. 13th meeting, the LFVBID board discussed the cost of the fair, as well as the amount of time it takes to organize, which has increased over the years from six to eight months. The board agreed that from the LFVBID’s perspective, the goal of the fair should be to promote stores and res-

taurants in the neighborhood. The fair began 17 years ago, as a community-run event that drew locals and a few outsiders. Over the years, the event began to grow, featuring more booths and attendees, food and drink and generated some Los Angeles area media attention. In recent years, the LFVsee STREET FAIR page 5

Serrano Voted In As New BID President By Jessica Ogilvie, Ledger Contributing Writer

FAIR UP IN THE AIR: Some complained the Los Feliz Village Street Fair, here pictured in 2007, has gotten too big and lost its focus as a neighborhood event. Courtesy: Los Feliz Village Business Improvement Assoc.

The Ledger Launches New Website The Los Feliz Ledger launched a new website, Dec. 31st, 2009 and since then has seen an increase of visits to its website of 51.2% compared to the month prior. The new site has an easier to read format, provides the opportunity for readers to comment on stories as they read them, has a more interactive archive function and is more photo driven. “We think that some newspapers mistakenly try to make their websites look like newspapers,” said Ledger publisher Allison Cohen Ferraro. “It finally dawned on us, that our content between our print product and our online edition is somewhat the same, but our format and function for our website should be very different. For that reason,” Cohen Ferraro said, “our new website will offer lots of interactivity,

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bells and whistles and lots of photos.” The new site will also have online local ads, including updated weekly real estate open house listings. Additionally, readers will be able to comment on their experiences with Ledger advertisers, similar to the popular web based rating site, Yelp.com. “For too long, our website has been pretty stagnant and boring,” Cohen Ferraro said. “We hope our new site is both useful and fun for our online and print readers.” Additionally, the Ledger is also now offering an electronic newsletter mid month that will update the news and give a peek to subscribers what stories are upcoming for the next month. For more information: losfelizledger.com

SLNC Stirs Process Up By Seeking Online Election

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“DJ Lee” Has Left the Building By Ian Lovett, Ledger Contributing Writer

By Ian Lovett Ledger Contributing Writer SILVER LAKE—The Silver Lake Neighborhood Council (SLNC) is seeking approval from the city agency that oversees it to hire a San Diego based firm to implement an online and telephone voting pilot program for its upcoming March 20th neighborhood council election. The cost for such an electronic election is estimated at $5,000, which would be paid for by the SLNC. The SLNC is also asking its oversight agency, the Dept. of Neighborhood Empowerment (DONE), to honor the SLNC’s election results if the

LOS FELIZ—The Los Feliz Village Business Improvement District (LFVBID) on Jan. 13th, welcomed their newest board members to the table and appointed new officials to serve as president, vice president, treasurer and secretary. The board also created two new committees, based on the need to focus their efforts on parking and special events. The votes for all officials were taken by a loose show of hands, and assumed by board members to be a consensus although no official tally was recorded. Chris Serrano, of Coldwell

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ATWATER VILLAGE—The Bigfoot Lodge feels like your great-grandfather’s hunting lodge that the kids from Brooklyn have inherited and repurposed. On the log cabin’s walls,

the vintage taxidermy displays are joined by pointed kitsch, with a 6-ft-tall Smoky the Bear figure and a sign for “Sasquatch National Forest” winking at the mounted stag heads and bear pelts. Most importantly, a bar runs the length of the main room’s eastern wall and draws a crowd to match the décor. Around the polished wood bar top, a slightly older, occasionally mulleted group predominates, dressed in loose Tshirts and tapered, faded jeans. Meanwhile, the rest of the place is occupied by twentysomethings in flannel, skinny jeans, and, in defiance, on this unseasonably December warm see DJ LEE page 7

Los Feliz Ledger [letter A couple of years ago, when I sat on the board of the Los Feliz Village Business Improvement District (LFVBID) it seems we spent most of our meetings talking about the future of the Los Feliz Village Street Fair. At that time—in 2008—the questions were: how big do we want

from the editor] this event to be? Has it grown too big for its own good? How does it impact the businesses in Los Feliz? Hurt or help? Back then, we talked about—but never followed through on—talking to local restaurants to get their feedback. We also tried to get input from BID members through a survey, but only received back two or three

responses. Fast forward a couple of years and it seems the BID continues to struggle with this issue. What do you think? Should the Los Feliz Village Street Fair continue in 2010 and beyond? If so, should it be a locals only event or a larger event with booths from our community and beyond. Go to www.losfelizledger. com to tell us your thoughts.

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February 2010 • POLITICS PROFILE—Introducing Luisa Nubaravacharyan, the newest face on the Greater Griffith Park Neighborhood Council~by Jessica Ogilvie • LEGENDS—Feature on music legend Patti Smith, on her Jan. 30th book signing and reading at Los Feliz’s Skylight Books~by Kathy McDonald • EASTSIDE EYE—Barnsdall’s Olive Hill: Busy and Looking Better Than Ever~by Kathy McDonald • WHERE ARE THEY NOW?—Westall Racking Up $$ – The former Greater Griffith Park Neighborhood Council member has raised $100,000 in his race for the 43rd Assembly Seat

Most read stories online in January: • Silver Lake Drive Closures • Theater Review: “January Plays Dish Up Nostalgia” • Eastside Eye 2009: The Year in Art • Front Page

Results of our January Online Poll: Do you consider Los Feliz, Silver Lake and Atwater Village the “Eastside?” Or do you think the term means areas south of the Los Angeles River, like East Los Angeles, Boyle Heights and El Sereno?

More readers think the Eastside should be considered South of the Los Angeles River. 32% voted that Los Feliz is definitely the Eastside 52% voted that the Eastside is definitely south of the Los Angeles River 16% were not sure

Ledger Online Asks for February (visit losfelizledger.com to vote) Do you think Los Feliz should have a Street Fair in 2010 and beyond? If yes, do you think it should be open to only local vendors or should outsider vendors be able to participate?

GGPNC Vote Recording to Change By Jessica Ogilvie, Ledger Contributing Writer LOS FELIZ—The Greater Griffith Park Neighborhood Council (GGPNC) on Jan. 19th passed, by consensus, two motions that will change the way votes by board members are recorded. One motion was that an abstention from voting would be counted as such, not as a yes or no vote, as has been done in the past. The rule will now be in accordance with Robert’s Rules of Order, a set of procedures for meetings by which the GGPNC is governed. Additionally, the board passed a motion stating that a roll call vote will be taken and recorded by name on any issue not decided by consensus. “It seems like there are people [on the board] who February 2010

want to play politics and to know who’s on this side and who’s on that side,” said GGPNC board president Charlie Mims. Mims added: Ultimately, “there’s no harm in it.” GGPNC Board member Mark Mauceri, who also sits on the Rules and Elections committee, was pleased with the changes. “After seven years, I’m glad the council approved real accountability to let stakeholders know where we stand, and how each of us voted on community issues,” he said in an e-mail. “It’s a positive step forward.” The motions were initiated by the GGPNC’s Rules and Elections committee on Jan. 8th at the request by board member Ron Ostrow. www.losfelizledger.com

“Los Feliz Square” Now Official The Los Feliz Square Neighborhood Association (LFS) has been officially approved a non-profit organization. The new resident’s association’s boundaries are: Los Feliz Boulevard, Hillhurst Avenue, Hollywood Boulevard and Normandie. According to one of the group’s founding members, Dana Cremin, the organization’s mission is to “bring neighbors together in order to improve the quality of life for all residents.” Residents within the boundaries of LFS will receive a mailed copy of its inaugural newsletter in February. For more information visit: www.losfelizsqare.org.

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Banker/Los Feliz, will replace Il Capricco owner Ermanno Neiviller as the BID President and Neiviller will serve as Vice President. Yuca’s and Yuca’s on Hollywood owner Dora Herrera was appointed Secretary and Nelia Cacic, with Chase Bank, agreed to continue to serve as Treasurer until the end of the year. Serrano said in a later email that she looks forward to the challenges of her new position. However, she said, “I am only as good as the sum of my parts. I am blessed and grateful to have BID members who have been on the board for a while…as well as members who are new or only a year or so on the board…this, to me, is the best of both worlds in terms of experience and innovation.” LFVBID board members were enthusiastic about Serrano’s appointment. “I feel really good about

it, and really optimistic about this year,” said board member Jonathan Sample. “She’s got a good perspective on the neighborhood, and sees the need of the community at large.” The creation of an events committee, which will be chaired by Neiviller, was a response to the need for leadership surrounding the street fair, the holiday festival and business mixers. At the suggestion of board member Rob Valerio, the parking committee – which will exist for a year and will then be re-evaluated – will attempt to manage local businesses parking concerns, particularly as new businesses are scheduled to open in Los Feliz within the coming year. “There is a need for the business community to develop a responsible plan to handle the… storage of cars,” said Valerio in an email. COMMUNITY NEWS

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online methodology is a go. “Nothing ever gets done unless we absolutely force it through with bare knuckles,” said SLNC board member Laurie Pepper. “If DONE doesn’t approve the money, then,” what have we lost? she said. The SLNC’s desire for an online election is the result of reduced polling hours for the upcoming election as well as a change in who can vote via a mail-in ballot. The board fears both will reduce voter participation. The Los Angeles City Clerks’ office—in an effort to reduce overall cost of all the 89 neighborhood elections it now oversees—has limited mail in ballots to only the physically disabled. Additionally, in more cost cutting measures, the clerk’s office will only staff one polling place per neighborhood council district for six hours only. Previously, neigh-

borhood council boards ran their own elections. Vote by mail was available to anyone who registered for that option and postmarked their vote by a given deadline. In the case of the SLNC, two voting loca-

councils all summer long, and invited participation in all decisions. Now the process is already midstream and a group of people wants to do things different. But it’s too late.”

“Putting on 89 neighborhood council elections is like putting on 89 different weddings,” said Holly Wolcott, Executive Officer for the Los Angeles City Clerk’s office. tions were previously available to encourage ballot returns. For the moment, Holly Wolcott, executive officer for the Los Angeles City Clerk’s office, has opposed the SLNC’s request. “Putting on 89 neighborhood council elections is like putting on 89 different weddings,” she said. “We worked with all the neighborhood

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But the idea has already spread beyond Silver Lake. Los Angeles City Councilmember Paul Koretz (5th District) has introduced a motion to “authorize pilot programs offered and funded by any neighborhood council, as long as the City Clerk determines that any such pilot programs can be implemented in a timely and legal manner without jeopardizing… [the 2010]… elections themselves.” The San Diego based firm that the SLNC wants to hire, Everyone Counts, claims to have implemented—in just 17 days—an online voting system for recent neighborhood council elections in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm is currently talking with a number of other neighborhood councils across the city. “If the [city council] motion passes we will have to meet and discuss and make sure we can comply with the

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As of the Jan. 19th filing deadline, 23 candidates had filed to run for 21 specific seats on SLNC’s governing board, though some seats, thus far, lack any candidates at all. But Neuman maintained that many candidates still have the option to enter as a “write in.” “People run as write-ins and win pretty often in neighborhood council elections,” he said. “Especially if it’s only going to be one polling place open for six hours, if you manage to get ten people down there to vote you might win.”

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BID had partnered with a major festival producer from Long Beach called O Entertainment. That organization took over the majority of planning, including bringing on a large beer and wine garden. Through media trades worth nearly $50,000, according to a source who asked to remain anonymous, O Entertainment nearly doubled the attendance of the fair each year through 2008. “It began to take on a life of its own,� said Jonathan

Sample, LFVBID board member, “and was becoming a for profit event.� Community members seemed split down the middle about the new size and scope of the fair, with some appreciating the boisterous atmosphere and some yearning for the community feel that was lost. Many businesses, however, were displeased with the growth. “The booths [set up for the fair] had to cover the storefronts,� said Sample, thereby blocking entrances to local stores and eateries.

The decision to cancel last year was not made lightly, according to several sources on the board. However, the logistics of bringing the fair back will also be taken under serious consideration before a decision is made. “We would like input from community members [and] BID members,� said Serrano in the same email. “And, even better, participation on our events committee from anyone who has interest in seeing a new, improved, grass roots street fair.�

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District D: (Los Feliz Blvd. and Commonwealth and Franklin avenues, Tracy Street and Hyperion Avenue and Riverside Drive)—current board members: Sarah A. Latier Napier, Tomas O’Grady and Thomas P. Wilson; and John Q. Lee and Leslie Vankeuren. District E: (Franklin and Commonwealth Aves., Hoover St., Myra, Fountain and Hyperion Aves. and Tracy St.)— current board members Mark F. Mauceri and Charley M. Mims; and Jessica C. Kornberg and James M. McEwen. The deadline for write-in candidates is Feb. 18th. Two candidates from each of the area’s five districts will be selected by popular vote by stakeholders. The election is Sat., March 20, 10am-4pm at Hollywood Lutheran Church, Hoiks Hall, 1733 N. Hampshire. Â

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Betty and Morrie Markoff: Lucky in Love By Kimberly Gomez, Ledger Contributing Writer SILVER LAKE— Morrie Markoff happily gave a recent impromptu tour of the Gregory Ain condo that he and his wife, Betty, downsized to after their children were grown—40 years ago. All told they have lived in the Silver Lake area for over 70 years and married to each other as long. “I’ll tell you, we’re just getting used to it,” grinned Morrie. Hanging on walls and on the shelves of every room in the condo are their treasures— art collected from a lifetime of traveling and a gallery of photos of their lives and the lives of their two children, five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The Markoff’s are quick to acknowledge how fortunate they have been starting with a chance meeting at a wedding. A friend “invited me to go along,” recalled Morrie, “and there was Betty.” The two dated, married in 1938 and settled here. “I thought he was just about Godlike. He seemed he could do anything,” remembered Betty. “I trusted him completely and rightfully so. He is that kind of a guy.” An air-conditioning business allowed for not only a comfortable lifestyle, but several winter months when the two could travel the world, one of the many interests they share. But they said, even with

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that strong sense of adventure, they take note of the simpler way of life and family values they have seen in the nation’s small towns and here in their Silver Lake neighborhood. The Markoffs remain an active voice in local issues and at the Griffith Park Adult Community center where they attend weekly discussion groups. Betty and Morrie, ages 93 and 96 respectively, speak from first-hand experience when comparing President Obama’s efforts with the legacy of FDR. They enjoy remarkable health, walk together every day and spend as much time as possible—weather permitting—on their sunny deck overlooking a broad view of

the city. The Markoffs only have slightly differing opinions, at what makes a long-lasting marriage. “I think every person needs empathy,” said Betty. “It’s one of my cliché’s that ‘It’s hard to be human.’” And for him? “Love has always been a selfish term,” said Morrie. “I think the real word of marriage is ‘caring,’ there’s a difference… It’s such a broad term but if there is caring between two people you can resolve things… Staying together 70 years for any two people is wonderful and I’m very proud that we have,” said Morrie. “We’ve been very lucky.”

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weather outside, leather jackets. The two groups don’t intermingle much, but, like the two sets of decorations, their juxtaposition lends the place a certain ecclectic charm. Every Wednesday night for the past five years, Lee Joseph, better known as DJ Lee, has teamed with the $3 drink specials to attract such diverse crowds, playing a mix of British music from the past half century. Last Dec. 30th however, the last Wednesday of the decade, DJ Lee manned the turntables at what he calls “Club London Calling� for the last time. “It’s been amazing for

spun professionally before, Lee—the owner and founder of Dionysus Records—became DJ Lee, spinning 1960s garage and 70s punk records on the last Thursday of each month. A lifelong record collector, Lee spun mostly on vinyl from the start of his Bigfoot residency, occasionally mixing in CDs. “I don’t like the compression on mp3’s,� he said. “It sounds one-dimensional. Vinyl just sounds so much richer. Also, it’s more fun to spin with vinyl. I’d fall asleep if I had to stand in front of a computer the whole night.� Lee also began booking bands to play Wednesday

“I don’t like the compression on mp3’s. It sounds one-dimensional. Vinyl just sounds so much richer. Also, it’s more fun to spin with vinyl. I’d fall asleep if I had to stand in front of a computer the whole night.� — DJ Lee me,� Lee said. “I’d play anything British from 1962 through last week—the Shadows, then Muse, Ladytron, Deep Purple, Led Zepplin. It kept pushing my knowledge of British music.� Lee began his relationship with the Bigfoot Lodge as a regular patron on the heels of a divorce, finding some solace, as so many have, in a pint and a bartender’s friendly ear. It was from one such conversation with a bartender, in 2001, that “Club 66-77� was born. Though he had never

nights at the Bigfoot, starting with his own—Davie Allan and the Arrows, which he called “the last real band I was a member of.� He continued to bring in bands every week through 2004, when complaints from local residents about noise levels finally put an end to live music at the bar, and Lee took over Wednesday nights as the resident DJ at “Club London Calling.� “British club night was based around $3 pint specials,� Lee said. “Deejaying at see BIGFOOT page 10

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Neutra: Lecture at Silver Lake Library Feb. 13th By Michael Locke, Ledger Contributing Writer SILVER LAKE—Dr. Raymond Richard Neutra, youngest son of architect Richard Neutra will present “From Vienna to Silver Lake: Why Richard and Dione Neutra decided to be Americans� in a lecture at the new Silver Lake Library, Feb. 13th. Dr. Neutra, with wife Peggy Bauhaus will read from letters written by his parents, beginning at 2 p.m. Afterwards, at approximately 3:30 p.m. Neutra will lead a tour of the nearby VDL Research House. There is a $10 fee for the tour; the lecture is free. The VDL Research House, located in Silver Lake, is a Los Angeles HistoricCultural Monument. The house was bequeathed to California Polytechnic University at Pomona after Richard and Dione’s deaths. It is administered by the Cal Poly Foundation, and managed by the College of Environmental Design. Dr. Neutra is Chief Emeritus of the Division of Environmental and Occupational Disease Control, California Department of Public Health. He previously taught medical epidemiology at Harvard University, UCLA and UC Berkeley. Since retiring in 2007, he has devoted his energies to the

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the compassion of Jesus in our own times, both in our own community and wherever people are in need,â€? said Hooper. “Our‌ congregation is just beginning to explore ways to respond to this disaster.â€? According to Father Jim Mott, pastor at Our Mother of Good Counsel Catholic Church, that parish helped raise $515 in donations for Catholic Relief Services, an organization that was already assisting the tiny, poverty stricken Caribbean country, when the earthquake hit. Catholic Relief Services has initially committed $5 million for relief to Haiti. According to Mott, Haiti’s population is approximately

“Our‌ congregation is just beginning to explore ways to respond to this disaster.â€? – Hollywood Lutheran’s Pastor Dan Hooper 80% Roman Catholic. Also locally, Dove Pressnall, executive director of Survivor’s Truths—a Los Feliz based non-profit whose mission is to assist survivors through connection, storytelling and education— reminded that not all crisis relief organizations are managed well. Giving to smaller, grass roots organizations, she said, is “good for maximizing donation dollars.â€? Two that she recommended were Beyond Borders and Partners in Health. For more information or to make a donation visit: www.beyondborders.net and www.pih.org

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Gobi Mongolian BBQ: Interactive Eating By Pat Saperstein, Ledger Restaurant Critic Whenever a lavish new restaurant is announced with a well-known chef or a pricey tasting menu, the average diner invariably groans, “Why can’t there be more affordable, everyday places?� Fortunately the owners of spectacularly popular Pazzo Gelato were thinking the same thing when they opened Gobi Mongolian BBQ. But why Mongolian barbecue? The owners had fond memories of a longago Mongolian BBQ spot on Hollywood Boulevard. In the 1980s, the Sunset Boulevard space was occupied by an equally exotic cuisine: Magnolia was one of the city’s few Afghan res-

taurants. Since then it’s had several makeovers and is now a sleek, compact space with a small bar at the back and a long buffet running along one wall. It’s possible to start with a tofu or ahi tuna salad, but basically Gobi is all about the build-it-yourself noodle bowl. Dinner is $13.95, including sesame bread;, lunch is $9.95. Diners line up at the buffet, and choose from natural chicken, lamb or pork or choice beef. Meats are piled into thin frozen slices, so they remain fresh. Then pile a selection of fresh, varied vegetables in the good-sized bowl. The selection is miles ahead of a chain restaurant:

take advantage of pricey shitake mushrooms, which add tons of flavor to the dish as well as brightly colored peppers, unusual green cauliflower and all the usual suspects. Now choose from sauces like lemongrass, Asian pesto or

noodles can be piled. Hand over the bowl to the cook on duty at the large round griddle, and he’ll stirfry the vegetables, noodles and meat just long enough for everything to cook through without getting soggy.

The selection is miles ahead of a chain restaurant: take advantage of pricey shitake mushrooms‌ as well as brightly colored peppers, unusual green cauliflower and all the usual suspects. green curry and combine with flavorings like fresh cilantro and chopped garlic. Then add a pile of cooked noodles on top of the bowl. This is where things get crazy—many patrons seem to have outsized ideas about their appetites, and it becomes a contest to see how high the

Carb-phobic diners can stick to veggies and meat; vegetarians can add tofu. Or for a change of pace, consider brown or white rice instead of noodles. The beer list is terrific for such a modest spot, with rotating selections like Telegraph’s Winter Ale and Cor-

onado Golden Ale. On the regular list, Siamese Twin ale with lemongrass complements Asian flavors, or choose Chimay Blue or Saison Dupont Farmhouse Ale from Belgium. Soju cocktails, sake and wine are also available. Of course, there’s several flavors of Pazzo Gelato for dessert, so go easy on the noodles. The friendly, casual place is a hit with families—kids seem to like choosing their own ingredients and watching the cooking. The only downside? No matter how much the sauces vary, it’s a restaurant that basically serves just one dish, so those not in the mood for stir-fry are out of luck. Gobi Mongolian BBQ, 2827 W. Sunset Blvd., (213) 989-0711

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a bar is about getting people in there to drink and keeping them there.” From the crowd at his Dec. 30th farewell party, it was clear Lee excelled at this aspect of the job. Every few minutes, someone would pull him out of the DJ booth, out into the packed room for a picture or a hug. If he got caught out of the booth too long, a friend would step in and set up the next track. Over and over, bar patrons told him how sorry they were he was leaving. Unfortunately, there’s not a new venue where Lee’s fans can continue to hear him spin. In addition to running a record label, Lee also owns Lee Joseph Publicity, which does publicity work for the Bigfoot Lodge, among other businesses. “It dictates your entire schedule, being a deejay in the middle of the week,” Lee said. “I love it, but I’d end up getting home at 3 a.m., wouldn’t get to sleep until 4. It’s hard to do that every week while you’re trying to run a couple businesses.” Keep on the lookout at the Bigfoot Lodge, though, where Lee will continue to do fill-in spots for other deejays.

By Jennifer Clarke, Ledger Columnist When Reba was turned down for a position as a service dog visiting patients in hospitals, we were surprised. “But she’s so friendly!” my husband said. Turns out she was a bit too friendly and was rejected because she was a “licker.” We had overlooked that minor detail. There was something to the hospital’s diagnosis. I guess it’s not really a friendly howdo-you-do lick that greets us at the door when we come home. Reba will sit and lick and lick until skin becomes raw if she had her druthers. There are many reasons why dogs lick: it’s a sign of affection, it shows submissiveness, it tastes good (i.e. your salty skin after a workout at the gym), and it apparently can be a calming behavior for dogs, which reduces stress. And of course, dogs lick in order to groom themselves. One way to stave off un-

wanted dog tongue is to redirect the dog’s behavior by letting him lick things that have your approval such as a rubber toy filled with peanut butter. If you meet the behavior with praise, chances are, the dog will continue doing it. We let Reba lick us a few times before giving her an “off” command. Should you be concerned if your dog is a licker? It could be a sign of a compulsive behavior or medical condition, but most likely, as in Reba’s case, she’s simply fulfilling a need she has to show affection or seek approval. The only thing worth worrying about is the bacteria being transmitted. Contrary to popular belief, a dog’s mouth is not cleaner than a human’s. As veterinarian, Dr. Gary Clemons says, “remember, a dog’s tongue is not only his wash cloth but also his toilet paper.”

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decided to don my City Sleuth hat and investigate. Cooke’s dates of public acclaim ranged from 1957, when “You Send Me� was number one on Billboard magazine’s pop chart, until December of 1964 when he died in a South Los Angeles motel. Newspaper headlines told much of the story in the PBS documentary and I hoped on-line newspapers would lead me to Cooke’s once local address. For those with a Los Angeles Public Library card, the quick and easy way to put one’s hands on such otherwise obscure Los Angeles facts is found within the Library’s online website, available to anyone with a computer and

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Violence and Tragedy Erupt on Silver Lake’s Moving Arts Stage By Marilyn Oliver, Ledger Theater Critic What’s compelling about theater productions is their ability to take us into lifestyles that we might not ever experience or even want to experience firsthand.  â€œBlood and Thunderâ€? now onstage at Silver Lake’s tiny Moving Arts Theatre, is such a play. Set in New Orleans at the onset of Hurricane Katrina, the play takes us into the life of Marcus, a con artist who is determined to ride out the tumultuous storm in his small, ratty apartment in the 9th Ward. The unexpected arrival of his brother Quentin wearing prison garb and limping from a gunshot wound brings up tragic memories and old hostilities as past and present violence merge against the backdrop of the gathering storm.   Their animosity arises from their relationships with Charlie, Marcus’ former girlfriend. This is a short play with a lot of tense action crammed into a 65-minute production. Written by Terence Anthony, a recipient of the Bill Cosby Screenwriting Fellowship, the story exposes the lives of the black underclass of New Orleans. Marcus, the central character, has a short fuse that easily erupts into violent behavior, but at the same time he spouts his knowledge of science. Quentin is easily led and full of excuses. Conniving and seductive Charlie is at the same time vulnerable. The tiny space of Moving Arts makes this play extremely immediate to the audience who are seated a few feet from the action. The gloomy mood is set even before the play begins as the background noise of a radio foretells the progress of the storm and continues as a backdrop as the story unfolds.Â

Because the actors are only a short distance away from the audience, one has the feeling of being part of the action. Although the play contains metaphors—Marcus believes the storm is a kind of atonement for his past mistakes— there is no redemption here. The highlight of this play is its quality of acting. Keith Arthur Bolden portrays Marcus whose quick temper and manipulation hide an underlying sensitivity and intelligence. Tony Williams’ interpretation of the slow-witted Quentin belies his training in classic theater at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Candice Afia, a recurring actress on Grey’s Anatomy, The Shield and other television dramas, is convincing as the manipulative Charlie. The play is directed by Sara Wagner. My only criticism of the play is the transitions between the present and past through flashbacks are somewhat difficult to follow. Moving Arts was voted in the top five of best theater groups in Los Angeles on LA Hotlist. The miniscule theater seats around 30. Because of its small size the theater is strict in its no late seating policy. Plan to arrive early to find a parking place on the street or as one theatergoer suggests, have dinner at nearby Casita de Campo restaurant which offers valet parking. Moving Arts Hyperion Station, 1822 Hyperion Ave., just off Fountain Ave., in Silver Lake. â€œBlood and Thunder,â€? through Feb. 28yh, Friday & Saturday. at 8 p.m., Sunday, at 3 p.m. Tickets $15; Sunday matinees, $12. (323) 666-3259; www. MovingArts.org.             Â

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Physical Therapy: A Real Back Breaker by Kristen Taylor, Ledger Columnist Holy cow, does my back hurt. At first I thought that I was dying, because surely it would take some organ failing to cause this much pain. In fact, I happened to tune to a radio story about back pain on the way to the doctor’s office, but I didn’t pay much attention to it because I was certain that my pain couldn’t possibly be caused by something as pedestrian as disc issues. It took about two minutes for my doctor to diagnose “disc issues.” She might as well have diagnosed me with middle age. I expected her to say, “Take a cruise to Mexico, order some Not Your Daughter’s Jeans, and call me next month,” but instead she prescribed physical therapy.

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Should You Buy a Home in Earthquake Country? By Richard Stanley, Ledger Columnist The tragic earthquake in Haiti reminds us that we, too, are earthquake prone. Thankfully, we have building and

construction codes to help prevent the overwhelming devastation that has occurred in that country. (Haiti has no

such codes.) Locally, our most significant fault line is the Hollywood Fault, which runs mostly along Franklin Avenue, with a branch going north from Franklin and Western Avenues to Los Feliz Boulevard, then along Cromwell Gumecindo “Leo” Leal Avenue. It is an extension of Attorney At Law the Santa Monica Fault, which Certified Public Accountant runs through Westwood, Former IRS Agent Santa Monica, then north along Malibu to the ChanRelieve Your Tax Debt Today nel Islands; and the Raymond Fault, which runs through the Tax Preparation, IRS Debt Settlement, Audit Representation & Tax Planning San Gabriel Valley. For many years, geologists 4221 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 170-2, Los Angeles, CA 90010 considered the Hollywood Office (323) 930-1765 Fax (323) 930-1699 Fault “inactive,” but recent www.LoyalTaxGroup.com Email: LoyalTax@att.net evidence, much of it a result of the digging of the Red Line subway tunnels, indicates that LoyalTaxGroup_Dec09.indd 1 11/20/09 5:55:40 PM the fault is “potentially active,” meaning it has moved sometime in the past 10,000 years. How likely is “our” fault to move? The seismic interval is estimated to be from 4,000 to 20,000 years, but the resultant shaking could be on a par with that of the 1994 Northridge Earthquake. Certainly, the reality of T! nants FAS te d e earthquakes should be confi li a u g q advertisin l find you ’l m e o h fr S sidered when buying real esrk * wo l do all the ’l e h S tate. Consider: * igning! to lease s ferred! s highly re d money! e m o c e Construction Type: Avoid h *S ou time an y e v a s l ’l unreinforced masonry and * She ! it has n affordable u is e e “stilt” structures. The morning th h e S c n * time fee o e n o a of the Northridge Earthquake, y a *P ! d te n re n e be

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I drove down Hollywood Boulevard dodging bricks that were thrown into the street by the partial collapse of many brick buildings. Despite earlier seismic retrofitting, these structures failed because bricks and mortar do not flex to absorb seismic energy—they crack and crumble. Later that morning, I viewed two stilt houses on Creston Drive that broke free of their foundations and went down the slope— one all the way to the street below. Here there was too much flex. These houses pulled loose along their horizontal anchors, which were termite-riddled, and their stilts racked. Two persons were killed during that quake in a similar house in Sherman Oaks. Generally, the most earthquake-resistant type of construction is frame and stucco, as it absorbs seismic energy better than other types.

the current standard should be considered. Many homes have raised, perimeter foundations with cripple walls (the connecting walls from the masonry foundation to the floor plate above). Cripple walls can rack in an earthquake if not reinforced with wooden shear panels on the insides of the walls. The installation of shear panels is a common, and relatively inexpensive, retrofit job.

Age: Many homes were thrown off their foundations during the 1933 Long Beach Earthquake, leading to the toughening of the statewide building code. After 1935, all new California homes were required to be bolted to their foundations. If you are buying an older home, ask your home inspector if the home is bolted, and, if so, to what standard.

Geology: Be sure the seller of the house you purchase provides you with a Natural Hazard Report by a reputable company. Check the earthquake-related findings. If you have any doubts about earthquake faults or soil conditions relative to a particular house, a report from a geologist may be in order. These reports can be quite comprehensive–and expensive. The peace of mind you can gain as a homeowner may well be worth the cost, however.

Seismic Retrofitting: If you own an older home, there may be many things you can do to ready it for the next earthquake. Bolting to

Design: Generally, the more stories, the more potential earthquake hazard. Low and wide houses generally perform in earthquakes better than tall and thin ones. Note if the house has a “soft story,” which is a living area over a large lower opening such as a garage or porch. Soft stories can collapse in an earthquake, but they can be reinforced, too.

Richard Stanley is an agent with Coldwell Banker/Los Feliz.

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Los Feliz Ledger [ SELECT HOME SALES FEBRUARY 2010 ] 90026 Single Family Residences 1736 MALTMAN AVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $786,000 1722 ASHMORE PL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 510,000 895 W KENSINGTON RD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 462,500 1054 W EDGEWARE RD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400,000 1818 BERKELEY AVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325,000 3475 PLATA ST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228,000 337 PARKMAN AVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165,000

90027 Condominimums 4411 LOS FELIZ BLVD 1004 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $325,000 3407 HUXLEY ST 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315,000

90027 Single Family Homes 2771 GLENDOWER AVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,942,500 2407 N CATALINA ST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,608,000 4435 CROMWELL AVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,675,000 2238 N EDGEMONT ST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,530,000 2237 N VERMONT AVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,430,000 3725 LOWRY RD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,400,000 2685 NOTTINGHAM AVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,100,000 2155 MAYVIEW DR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 859,000 2312 NELLA VISTA AVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770,000 2044 MAYVIEW DR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 589,500

90039 Single Family Homes 2360 KENILWORTH AVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,010,000 1908 N ALVARADO ST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 900,000 2487 LINDSAY LN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 875,000 2344 EWING ST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 782,000 3734 VALLEYBRINK RD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 750,000 2630 LOCKSLEY PL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 612,000 2013 GRIFFITH PARK BLVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 572,000 2117 BAXTER ST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250,000

90068 Condominimums 1957 N BRONSON AVE 106 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $490,000 3480 BARHAM BLVD 101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280,000 2700 CAHUENGA BLVD E 2302 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250,000

90068 Single Family Residences 1941 1822 3474 2804 3454 7131

OUTPOST CIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,210,000 OUTPOST DR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,652,500 LA SOMBRA DR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,000,000 WESTSHIRE DR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 845,000 BLAIR DR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 670,000 WOODROW WILSON DR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 490,000

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Love without Waste By Meher McArthur, Ledger Columnist Va l e n t i n e ’s Day should be about love and romance. But sadly, it has evolved into a consumer-fest, with big bucks exchanged for roses, chocolates and cards, and much trash generated. Surely we can show our love without all the waste. Apparently, one billion Valentine’s cards are sent out every year—if placed end to end, they’d stretch around the world five times (see w w w.greenlivingtips.com). We can save trees by buying cards made of recycled paper, making our own using recycled materials, or sending e-cards. Since cut flowers have a short life and often come packaged in plastic and boxes, this year I’m opting for a beautiful flowering plant that can move into our garden after V-day. As for chocolate, I have discovered a local chocolate paradise called L’Artisan du Chocolat (www.lartisanduchocolat.net, 3364 West First Street, CA 90004), where exquisite chocolate gems are

crafted without preservatives and with minimal packaging (or you can skip the box and just eat them there!). For a romantic V-day walk or picnic, Griffith Park, the Los Angeles Zoo and the L.A. River are all great local spots where we can appreciate our loved ones and nature too.

The series begins Sat. Feb. 6th at 11 a.m. Thomas Michali of M2a Milofsky, Michali and Cox Architects will discuss, “The Integrated LEED Design of Silver Lake Library.� Free but call (323) 913-7453 to reserve a place. Advertise in the

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Life at GPACC By Stephanie Vendig, Ledger Columnist In March, the Griffith Park Adult Community Center (GPACC) will hold its 3rd annual “Community Celebration.” Check out this event, as we want you to know us. Here is a small snapshot of GPACC written by Jeanne Phipps, who edits this column for me, and is one of the original members of our club when we started this journey 10 years ago. “We don’t have rocking chairs, but we do have chairs on a front porch where people can sit and chat while watching all the coming and going at the center. But go into the main entrance (the door on the left), and you will see many

things going on. There may be groups sitting at the round tables in the nutrition room, enjoying a cup of coffee and

be people reading a book in the library, or playing bridge or other quiet games. In the small rooms along the hallway there may be people getting a free blood pressure check, or consulting with a social worker. In one room, the treadmills and stationary bikes are usually in use. If it is Tuesday afternoon,

alternate weeks, it’s current events that are discussed. There are walks in Griffith Park, monthly day trips, even those that use public transportation, and occa-

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If it is Tuesday afternoon, you can follow the smell of fresh popcorn to the media room, where a group is enjoying a classic movie. visiting while they wait for the daily lunch, or there may be line dancing, folk dancing or meetings taking place in the afternoon. There are a few quiet times when you can walk through the center, enjoying the art displays and seeing volunteers helping out at the facility. There may

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you can follow the smell of fresh popcorn to the media room, where a group is enjoying a classic movie. At the end of the corridor is the multipurpose room, scene of many activities that fill nearly every hour at this busy center. It is here that the ever-popular Life Story Writing class meets on Monday afternoons, or a group of volunteers works diligently on hand-made items to sell at our annual March fundraiser. There may be a group studying grand opera, Chinese brush painting or guitar. Usually mah jong, or scrabble is at the side tables. In the afternoon, people pass through on the way to the computer lab to use the computers or to receive help learning the intricacies of the Internet. Many have become computer literate thanks to the help of our volunteer coaches. Socrates Café in the library dominates Friday afternoons. There are always lively discussions on different subjects chosen by the group. On

sional parties! Even with organized activities that fill the days at GPACC, it is OK just to hang out in a great place with your friends or meeting new people.”

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Griffith Park Adult Community Club Calendar Lunch and General Meeting Wed., February 24, 2010, noon – 3:00 p.m. Friendship Auditorium Trips: Contact Doris Slater, (323) 667-1879 for information on new trips. Classes and Events: Contact Griffith Park Adult Community Center (GPACC) at (323) 644-5579 or stop by at 3203 Riverside Dr., in the parking lot of Friendship Auditorium south of Los Feliz Blvd. to get a schedule of classes and events. Silver Lake Recreation Center at 1850 W. Silver Lake Dr. (323) 644-3946 will also have classes. The Lunch Program: Lunch is served 5 days a week at the Center. $1.75 is the donation for those over 60 years. Daily lunch is served at 12 pm and you can come in for coffee and sign in at 11:30am. Club and Newsletter: For Information on the Griffith Park Adult Community Club and getting a newsletter, call Stephanie Vendig at (323) 667-3043, or e-mail at vendig@sbcglobal.net. Programs for Free-Thinking Seniors!   To learn more about our current calendar of classes, concerts and cultural events, visit www.sunsethall.org. For information: Wendy Caputo (323) 962-5277

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Los Feliz Ledger [greetings from Tom]

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Get To Know Your “SLO”

10 Things to Do in 2010

By Los Angeles City Councilmember Tom LaBonge

By L.A. City Council President Eric Garcetti

You’ve probably heard that crime in Los Angeles is at its lowest point since the 1960s. This is great news. It reflects the rigorous professional standards of the Los Angeles Police Dept. and the public commitment to staffing the department adequately. Statistics mean nothing, however, if you’re a victim of crime. My heart goes out to anyone who has endured what can be a horrific experience. The reality is that Los Angeles is a big city and we all must remain alert and protect ourselves against property crime, in particular. The LAPD’s Northeast, Hollywood and Rampart divisions are encouraging everyone in Silver Lake and Los Feliz to report even small crimes so that they can make proper crime analyses and deploy staff where needed most. Get to know your Senior Lead Officer, or SLO. This community policing program is an excellent model for all areas of government because

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it keeps us close to the ground and in touch with what’s happening on the street. SLOs get to know their areas intimately by talking to people and watching the patterns of life particular to the specific neighborhood. SLOs are saying now that they suspect that crime is higher than the statistics show because people are not reporting all crimes. I’d like that to change. To find the name and cell phone number of your SLO, visit the LAPD’s website at: www.lapdonline.org/ and click on the “Our Communities” link. There are many simple things you can do to keep yourself and your possessions safe: lock your car doors, keep valuables out of sight in the trunk, close garage doors, don’t open your door to strangers and get involved. Communication is key. I hope you’ll get involved in your neighborhood watch and become part of the safety and security of your neighborhood.

As people in our community consider their 2010 to-do list, I offer ten ways to learn more about or reconnect with our city and its great neighborhoods. Call 3-1-1. The city’s nonemergency hotline is available for residents to report graffiti, street light outages, potholes, and more.

Ride a bike along the Los Angeles River. Bike paths follow the length of the majority of the river. Visit Barnsdall Park. Located on top of Olive Hill near the intersection of Hollywood and Vermont. The park houses the Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery along with the Barnsdall Gallery Theater

Visit Atwater Village and take a look at the many new restaurants along Glendale Boulevard. Visit the Silver Lake Library. The newest library in Los Angeles, it is the final installment in a massive construction project that revitalized the Los Angeles Public Library system. Walk the Silver Lake path. The newly revitalized walking path encircling the Silver Lake Reservoir offers an escape for bicyclists, joggers and those wanting to experience the outdoors.

and the Junior Arts Center. Its most famous feature is the Hollyhock House designed in the 1920s by Frank Lloyd Wright. Try a new eatery. Visit Atwater Village and take a look at the many new restaurants along Glendale Boulevard. See the new Hollywood. New restaurants, shops, and residences have cropped up along Hollywood and Sun-

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set Boulevards. If you haven’t been to this neighborhood recently, it’s definitely worth checking it out. Visit a farmer’s market. One of the largest in Los Angeles is the Hollywood Farmer’s Market (located at Ivar and Selma Ave.). Every Sunday, approximately 90 farmers sell their own products in an open-air street market. Volunteer. There are many worthy non-profit organizations that need help such as 826LA, a non-profit writing center, which will put you to work helping a local student, even if you only want to give a few hours on one occasion. Sign up for the Garcetti newsletter to learn more about even more places to see or events to attend in our neighborhoods. Visit www.cd13.com and click on the box in the upper righthand corner to sign up.

State Senator Curren Price Visits Los Feliz Read about it online at www.losfelizledger.com

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Los Feliz Ledger [ivanhoe elementary]

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A New Head at The Oaks School

Laptops Make Learning More Fun

By Emmet Mathison In January, The Oaks named its new head of school, Ted Hamory. Mr. Hamory is an educator from Long Beach who started a successful chain of charter schools, the New City Public Schools. He was selected after a year-long process in which around 50 applicants from around the country were narrowed down to about a dozen. Of the dozen, several were chosen, and of the several, one was selected. The process was led by Peter Cheney, an educational consultant who met with students, the board, and parents to see what they were looking for in a new head of school. “We wanted someone who loved kids but who was also big minded and imaginative,” say Mary Beth Kirchner, an Oaks parent who headed the search committee. “We wanted someone who could come up with ideas to change the future of The Oaks.” We then sent out the list of qualities we wanted in a new head. Since The Oaks is

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such a small school, we found it surprising that so many educators from all around the country wanted to be our head of school. The biggest challenge was finding someone who met all of the requirements. Mr. Hamory met all the things we wanted in a new head of school, from being great with kids to being a leader. New ideas will form with Mr. Hamory as head. He says he is very excited to start in July. “I want to work with each teacher to make The Oaks an even more exciting place to learn,” he said. But before that, he wants to accomplish something else. “The very first thing I want to do is learn each student by name. But give me two weeks or so.” Send the

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At Ivanhoe we have a 1-to-1 laptop program in the 5th grade, and a 2-to-1 laptop program in the 4th grade. The 4th grade students are very excited because we received 12 more very needed Macbooks in January. We use a program called Keynote to do most of our presentations. Students have been using special effects and fun fonts to make projects really interesting to watch. Keynote provides a new way for us to find information. With our laptop program we have a lot of fun learning and then presenting what we have learned to our classmates. Without the parents help, the laptop program would not be possible. Ivanhoe Student Council would like to say thank you to all parent volunteers who help Ivanhoe, and to everyone who has donated time and money to the school. The 4th grade class took a field trip to the San Gabriel Mission in the pouring rain in December. Everyone had a great time. During the winter

break, students were busy at home building scale models of one of California’s Missions. Some students in the past have used sugar cubes, Lego and macaroni for building material. I can’t wait to see what people use this year.

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Students Visit the “Wall Across Wilshire”

Back from Winter Vacation

By Juliette Allen, 11th grade LILA high school students recently visited the “Wall Across Wilshire” exhibit commemorating the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. A re-creation of the wall that separated Berlin in two during the Cold War included genuine sections of the wall that were flown in from Germany. A reenactment of the fall of the Berlin Wall took place on Nov. 8th at midnight. With the time difference, this was the exact time it happened in Berlin on November 9th, 1989. Parts of the wall were destroyed to symbolize the reunification of the “two Germanies.” Artists were invited to paint over the “Wall Across Wilshire.” Students understood the symbolism of the exhibit wall’s location on Wilshire Blvd. in the middle of Los Angeles. The Berlin Wall similarly cut that city right down the middle separating the East from the West. The wall sections are now on permanent display at the Wende Museum of the Cold War in Culver City. Although the field trip was a culmination of their class study of the Cold War, students felt enriched by the experience of witnessing an event that was so significant.

By Michael Wong It is great to be going back to school again. When we came back to school in January we had Golden Week, which was the best way to come back from vacation! Every Pilgrim student studied Japanese arts and culture for a week—sushi, anime, dance, and more. It was awesome.

Every Pilgrim student studied Japanese arts and culture for a week—sushi, anime, dance, and more. It was awesome.

Rehearsals are underway for our spring musical, “The Wizard of Oz.” Students from kindergarten through high school are cast. Students in high school are also looking forward to their upcoming Cedar Lake ski trip. Pilgrim School is looking forward to a varied program for Black History Month. Lastly, Author Patricia Polacco is coming to read her new book to the elementary students.

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Panther Pride By Diana Ponce, 8th grade St. Teresa of Avila School participated in the Holy Childhood fundraiser “Hats for Haiti” to raise money for the victims of the earthquake in Haiti. Our students committed to raise $1,000 so that we could get our money matched by a generous donor. We felt it was our obligation to help and this was a great way to show our Panther Pride by joining the Holy Childhood Association “Children Helping Children.” We also were very proud to have participated in the Dec. 2009 grand opening of the new Silver Lake Branch library. Our school choir loves to sing and being able to provide the entertainment for the opening, and meeting Mayor Villaraigosa and Los Angeles City Council President Eric Garcetti was a memorable event for all. Council President Garcetti also asked our school choir to sing for his Community Christmas party held at the library. In this new year our Panther Decathletes are looking forward to participating in the 20th Academic Junior High Decathlon for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Our team is excited to be joining 99 other Catholic schools at the Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena Sat., March 6th. As captain of our Team 2010, I am so proud to show St. Teresa of Avila’s Panther Pride in action.

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Two Campuses…One School By Stephanie Intal, 8th Grade

A Fresh Start for IH Students

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by Sofia Zabala, 7th grade Sixty years ago, Holy Trinity School opened with just four cla ssrooms. Since then, the school has grown physically and academically. Every year, the school improves so much. Holy Trinity sets such a high standard for their students, which makes them try as hard as they can. In just the past two years, the school expanded onto two campuses. Grades kindergarten to 5th moved to a nearby location near Marshall High School and is now called Holy Trinity Academy. Sixth through 8th grade stayed at its original location and is now called Holy Trinity Preparatory School. We may have two campuses, but in the end we are one huge school. At the Academy, students learn just as much as we do. The teachers have the same high standards. They learn about the values of life. The Academy has an auditorium where many of our school events take place. Both schools come together there for the Christmas program and the Science Fair. Other events that take place at the Academy are the Hal-

loween Carnival and the St. Patrick’s Day Carnival that is done to raise money for the poor. The Academy is a fun place to learn and it definitely prepares you for Holy Trinity Preparatory School. Sixth, 7th and 8th grade is named Holy Trinity Preparatory School. At the Prep, you will see that it prepares you for high school. Since I am in the 8th grade, I would have to say that my time here has been the best. My friends seem like family and everyone here watches out and cares for each other. The Academy comes to the Prep school for the following events: May Crowning, the Walk-A-Thon and our final celebration of the year, The Taste of the World. The Prep classrooms are nicely decorated and filled with student work. There is always lots of learning taking place. It doesn’t matter which grade you are in. Holy Trinity is a great place to be. There are many activities you can take part in and there is always a lot of learning to be done. Once you step foot in Holy Trinity, I guarantee that you will have the time of your life.

Our Mother of Good Counsel School is celebrating “Catholic Schools Week” beginning Sun., Jan. 31st. This is a time when we take stock and reflect on what it means to be a Catholic School student. This year, our focus is on the many dividends that our school has to offer. We learn about morals, self-discipline, gaining knowledge and achieving a deeper awareness of our faith. Throughout the week, our school has many activities that help us to realize how lucky we are to attend OMGC. During this period of time students express what they like about this school. Teacher Appreciation Day, Student Appreciation Day and Parent Day are just a few of the fun activities that our principal, Mrs. Deebs, has planned for us. Our parents get to come and share our classes with us—but they don’t get homework! A special treat for the students is that Mrs. Deebs arranges for In-N-Out Burger to come and give us a yummy treat for Student Appreciation Day. Our teachers also get a special lunch treat: our student government arranges a lunch for them! Catholic Schools Week is a chance to celebrate our faith and our school!

Februa r y offers a fresh start for Immaculate Heart students as we kick off a new semester and we immerse ourselves in a variety of activities. One of our first events in February is the Junior Class Ring Ceremony, an honored IH tradition at which members of the Junior Class receive their school rings. The event features a liturgy, followed by the ring presentation. Seniors share in the moment by formally congratulating the juniors on their achievement

and the special bond the ring symbolizes with Immaculate Heart. Also in February, students will hear guest speakers address the risks of using harmful substances during a weeklong experience called “Freedom from Chemical Dependence.” Additionally, the student body will observe the start of Lent with our Ash Wednesday prayer service on Feb. 17th. Toward the end of the month, the school will host Career Day, which will include presentations by a number of professionals in a range of fields for all high school students.

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Students Send Smiles Across the Miles

Los Feliz Library Fundraising Reaches $56K Fundraising for the Los Feliz Branch Library have reached $56,471 according to a spokesperson with the Friends of the Los Feliz Library. The library is currently enjoying celebrating its 10th anniversary. More donations are expected as the year progresses.

By Noemi Garcia, 11th grade A group of Marshall High students have embarked on a yearly tradition entitled “From One Miss Bush to Another.� Students from Elizabeth Bush’s English classes recently sent pen pal letters to the 4th grade students in her sister Jennifer Bush’s South Florida The class project at John Marshall High, is especially meaningful considering some of the young Floridians the students are writing to are from Haiti.

classroom. This class project is especially meaningful considering some of the young Floridians are from Haiti. “I was surprised to hear that some of the students and their families were affected by this disaster,� said Julian De Alba. “Losing anyone at such a young age is really hard to cope with so being able to give some comfort or be a safety blanket through letters is a good feeling.� Karla Martinez and Abby Cruz have prior experience with this pen pal exchange and enjoy this opportunity to write to kids

who live across the country. According to Patty Zavala, she is “excited to hear what kind of music they listen to and what they watch on TV.� Other students look forward to this opportunity to connect with younger students. “It’s important to reach out because this is a chance to share what I know about school and life,� said Monica Herrera. Caroline Mack recognizes the merit of mentorship across the miles. “It’s important because no matter where they are, kids need someone to give advice and help them along the way,� said Mack. According to Diana Rosal, she looks forward to serving as a California emissary. “I’m happy to advise them especially if they don’t have older siblings to guide them,� said Rosal. “Even if it’s for a little while, it still means a lot to them.� For now, Barristers—the nickname of students from John Marshall High—are eagerly awaiting the responses from their cross-country pen pals and look forward to building a bond through letters and photos.

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AYSO Los Feliz Spring Soccer Starts March 7th LOS FELIZ—Region 1567 Los Feliz will have its second spring soccer season starting March 7th and running through the end of May. Games will be played on the field at Riverside Drive in Griffith Park and possibly at John Marshall High School. Play is open to all children—new and old to AYSO. Returning players from last year’s season do not need to reregister, but only need to let administrators know their desire to play. New players, and those from other AYSO re-

gions, will need to complete a signed registration form. New players can register at www. eayso.org. Select “Region 1567� for register. The fees are: U6 players, $50; new U8 through U14 players, $100. Returning U8 through U14 players, $75. Scholarships are available. Last year, more than 100 children registered for the first season of AYSO/Los Feliz. For further information, contact Brent Whittlesey at (323) 687-7355 or brentwhittlesey@yahoo.com.

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Boy Scouts To “Pay It Forward� Feb. 27 As a part of the Boy Scouts of America’s Centennial for 2010, scouts around the Los Angeles area will gather in their local communities on Feb. 27th to participate in the “Pay It Forward� service program. Over 1,000 scouts will provide services to organizations such as The Salvation

Army, the USO, Scouts for Soldiers, the Union Rescue Mission and the Whittier Narrows Nature Center. Some 200 scouts and troops alone from downtown Los Angeles, Chinatown, Silver Lake, Echo Park, Larchmont, Hollywood, West Hollywood, and Los Angeles will use the day to help feed and

provide hygiene products to as many as 800 homeless men and women at The Midnight Mission’s downtown shelter. To add to the festivities at that event, music will be provided by the Los Angeles Area Council Boy Scout Band. For information: www.boyscoutsla.org

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ART ‘Criss-Cross’ and ‘Psychedelic Suiseki’ For his first Los Angeles solo show, Criss-Cross, the Chicago artist William Conger will present gouache paintings in his signature abstract style. In the project room, Michael Blasi will also display recent sculptures inspired by suiseki, the Japanese art of stone appreciation. Opening reception Fri., Feb. 5th, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Happy, Fri., Feb. 5th to Sun., March 28th. 4675 Hollywood Blvd., Los Feliz. Information: (323) 661-2200; happyonlinestore.blogspot.com Custom Yoka Bear Show For this group show, curators Sarah Jo Marks and Dov Kelemer of DKE Toys gave 300 artists and designers blank bear-shaped Yoka vinyl toys to use as a canvas. The menagerie of unique pieces will be on display. Opening reception Thurs., Feb. 18th, 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Black Maria Gallery, Thurs., Feb. 18th to Tues., Feb. 23rd. 3137 Glendale Blvd., Atwater Village. Information: (323) 660-9393; www.blackmariagallery.com ‘Gutted’ Winter Fundraiser A showcase of live performance, texts and objects, ‘Gutted’ is based on the theme of the body and tackles a number of provocative issues, including social activism, identity, war and sexuality. Dino Dinco is guest curator. General admission $10, free for LACE members. All proceeds will benefit LACE programs. Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions, Sat., Feb. 20th, 8 p.m. to midnight. 6522 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood. Information: (323) 957-1777; www.welcometolace.org

BOOKS & READINGS Joshua Ferris: ‘The Unnamed’ Author Joshua Ferris, a 2007 National Book Award finalist, will read from his second novel, The Unnamed. Skylight Books, Thurs., Feb. 4th, 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sweets_Feb10_OL.pdf 1818 N. Vermont Ave., Los Feliz. 1/19/10

p.m. to 5 p.m. (workshop). 1200 N. Alvarado St., Echo Park. Information: www. echoparkfilmcenter.org; (213) 484-8846

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CLASSES Computer Classes Introductory computer classes will give students basic overviews of the use of a computer (Feb. 3rd), the Internet (Feb. 10th), e-mail (Feb. 17th) and word processing (Feb. 24th). Edendale Branch Library, Wed., Feb. 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, noon. 2011 W. Sunset Blvd., Echo Park. Information: (213) 207-3000; www.lapl.org Crocheting and Knitting Class An opportunity for adults to learn how to crochet and knit. Beginners are welcomed. Echo Park Branch Library, Thurs., Feb. 11th, 6 p.m. 1410 W. Temple St., Echo Park. Information: (213) 250-7808; www.lapl.org

Speakeasy Tuesdays This casual American bistro offers a prix fixe dinner with three courses for $15. The selection changes each week. Beer and wine are available, and corkage is reduced to $5 on Tuesdays. Reservations recommended. The Park, Tues., Feb. 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. 1400 W. Sunset Blvd., Echo Park. Information: (213) 482-9209; www.thepark1400sunset.com

Thursday Night Flights Flights of three wines are arranged, each with a common theme: a grape, a winemaker, a region, etc. The Let’s Be Frank gourmet hot dog truck will be parked out front. Flights are $12 per person. Silverlake Wine, Thurs., Feb. 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. 2395 Glendale Blvd., Silver Lake. Information: (323) 662-9024; www.silverlakewine.com

HEALTH & FITNESS ‘Health Is Your Wealth’ Chiropractor Claire H. O’Neill presents a free lecture series in four parts. The lectures will cover Bernies_Feb10_color.pdf body makeup, spinal exercises,

LECTURES Silver Saturdays: Raymond Neutra The Silver Saturdays series features prominent individuals from around the Silver Lake neighborhood. This event features Raymond Neutra, son of the famous mid-century modern architect Richard Neutra. Mr. Neutra will discuss his father’s life and work, and at 3:30 p.m., he will lead a tour of the nearby Neutra Compound. Admission to the lecture is free; the tour is $10. Silver Lake Public Library, Sat., Feb. 13th, 2 p.m. 2411 Glendale Blvd., Silver Lake. Information: (323) 913-7451; www.lapl.org ‘When Will We Find ET?’ Seth Shostak, the senior astronomer at the SETI Institute, will speak as part of the Center For Inquiry’s Feed Your Brain program. Shostak will discuss new technologies that may one day find evidence of sophisticated extraterrestrial civilizations. He will also discuss the potential consequences and implications of such a discovery. General admission $8, students $4, free for CFI members. Center For Inquiry 1/21/10 12:26:49Sun., PM Feb. 14th, 11 a.m. Los Angeles,

4773 Hollywood Blvd., Los Feliz. Information: (323) 666-9797; www.cfiwest.org

MUSIC Princeton This month, the local band Princeton brings its jangly, AfroCaribbean-inflected indie pop to Spaceland’s free Monday night residency. The band recently released its debut album, Cocoon of Love. Spaceland, Mon., Feb. 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 8:30 p.m. 1717 Silver Lake Blvd., Silver Lake. Information: (323) 661-4380; www.clubspaceland.com

THEATER ‘Twelfth Night’ The Chalk Repertory Theatre presents a unique take on Shakespeare’s classic comedy, integrating indie folk rock and a high-fashion sensibility. The venue—the Masonic Lodge at Hollywood Forever Cemetery—is equally distinctive. Jerry Ruiz directs a diverse and talented cast. General admission $30, preview shows $20. Half-price student rush tickets available one hour before curtain; pay-what-you-can shows Sun., Feb. 7th, 7 p.m., and Sat., Feb. 13th, 2 p.m. Hollywood Forever Cemetery, Fri., Feb. 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th, 8 p.m.; Sat., Feb. 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Sun., Feb. 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, 7 p.m. 6000 Santa Monica Blvd, Hollywood. Information: www.chalkrep.com

FILM G.I. Joe Stop-motion Film Fest and Workshop This is the third installment of the film festival dedicated to stopmotion-animation works created with G.I. Joe action figures. Past films from the festival have gone on to win numerous awards. The day after the screenings, Jeff Gurwood will lead a stop-motion workshop. Materials will be provided; call to reserve a seat. Screenings $5; workshop $20. Echo Park Film Center, Sat., Feb. 20th, 7 p.m. and 9 10:04:05 PM p.m. (screenings); Sun., Feb. 21st, 1

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February 2010 By Anthony Cook Astronomer, Griffith Observatory The brilliant orange planet Mars remains ideally placed for viewing for most of the night. At midmonth it is half way between the eastern horizon and overhead in Cancer the Crab when darkness falls. Use binoculars

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the bright twilight after that, passing the far side of the sun on the 28th. We’ll next see Jupiter in April’s morning sky. The ringed planet Saturn rises a little south of due east at 8:21 p.m. on the 15th. Now in Virgo the Maiden and appearing as a bright yellow star, the planet is best seen at about 2:30 a.m. when it is 56 degrees high in the south. Telescopic observers see its rings tilted 4 degrees from edge-on. The innermost planets, Mercury and Venus, make brief appearances this month. Mercury can be found within 5 degrees of the southeast horizon at 6:10 a.m. until the 7th. The brightest planet, Venus, starts to be visible 5 degrees above the western horizon 20 minutes after sunset on the 28th.

The second-brightest asteroid, Vesta, becomes an easy binocular target this month. On the 17th the 329-mile wide world is opposite the sun and can be found near Leo the Lion’s star gamma Leonis, appearing as the faintest of a trio of stars making an equilateral triangle,

with gamma as the brightest. The moon is in last-quarter phase on the 5th, new on the 13th, first quarter on the 21st, and is full on the morning of the 28th. It is near Saturn on the morning of the 2nd, and Mars on the night of the 25th.

An unnamed student and King Middle School teacher Kirk Palayan volunteered re-landscaping Thomas Starr King Middle School during Big Sunday 2009.

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fort to raise $200,000 by June 30th. The fundraising effort, called “200K for 2010� will help purchase paint, plants, furniture, food, clothing, books, school supplies and more to be used during Big Sunday weekend. To donate: http://www.bigsunday.org/donate.html. This May’s event marks the 12th annual Big Sunday. Last year, Big Sunday volunteers transformed the common areas of Thomas Starr King Middle School. To read that story visit: www.issuu.com/ losfelizledger/docs/lfl_june09

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Fade to Black: A Digital Billboard Goes Dark

In response to Carlos Jimenez’ Open Mike in January “Stop Using ‘Eastside’ Terminology,” I, too, am a native Angelino and, like Mr. Jimenez, I’m a huge fan of East L.A. I understand how the use of a similar-sounding term (“Eastside”—referring to an area lying west of the L.A. River) can be confusing and even vexing. But the fact of the matter is it’s really hard to stop the tide of an oncoming trend, and perhaps we should just resign ourselves as Bostonians have for years. Boston has both a South Side (“Southie”) and a South End. This gives newcomers and tourists fits, but Bostonians know what they mean and it seems not to trouble them in the least. On the lighter side, when I moved to Echo Park from West Los Angeles in the 1970s, I was intrigued to see graffiti reading “El West Side.” It’s all in your perspective. — Susan North,

Silver Lake

By Dirk Mathison

At the risk of sounding like a 50’s horror film: It appeared suddenly, without warning, and it gave off an unearthly glow. I’m talking about the garish digital billboard on the corner of Silver Lake Boulevard and West Silver Lake Drive.

It is especially galling that billboard companies cower behind the First Amendment in their pursuit of profit. A confession: Back in 2008, I noticed that a workman had left the main power box for the sign unlocked. I could have just flipped the

Silver Lakers are not alone in their contempt. Because the city entered into a disastrous settlement with billboard companies, the signs had been allowed to spread like kudzu. Since it was switched on in the Fall of 2008, it has been a source of anger and frustration to locals. This cool, quiet corner is not the Sunset Strip or Melrose. It’s for coffee drinkers, Spacelanders and home to a few long-time auto mechanics who coexist peacefully with furniture stores and “Reservoir.” Silver Lakers are not alone in their contempt. Because the city entered into a disastrous settlement with billboard companies, the signs had been allowed to spread like kudzu.

I’m not sure of the forces at work here (I haven’t heard back from city officials). It could have been a tree rat chewing through a wire, or maybe a well-aimed water balloon. But I suspect something larger that involves politics and back room deals. What matters most is that now, when I drive up Silver Lake Boulevard toward home, I don’t get that familiar sinking feeling as I look up. This silenced billboard should serve as a source of inspiration for other L.A. residents who fear that they might be stuck with one of these monstrosities for good. If we can get rid of ours (even temporarily) so can they. It’s also a powerful visual reminder that our neigh-

switch and “Sean Jean” and “High School Musical” would have disappeared, at least temporarily. But, in a decision I still regret, I chickened out. Now, for reasons I don’t yet understand, someone else has flipped the switch. For the last several weeks, the obnoxious twitching above Spaceland has been replaced with a quiet, serene black. And the neighborhood—really one of the coolest corners in Los Angeles—has changed back from digital to blissful analog.

borhoods are, quite simply, better off without them. I hope that whoever had the courage to finally flip the switch keeps the billboard off for good. If it was the billboard company itself, I applaud it for choosing the well-being of a community over the bottom line. If it is a temporary respite, I urge the company to make it permanent. I also ask Councilmembers Tom LaBonge and Eric Garcetti to do what they can to make the quiet last. Our little corner of Los Angeles, (and by extension, the city itself), will be all the better for it. Dirk Mathison is a writer and editor who lives in Silver Lake.

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