Local Coastal Program Approved by L.A. County Board of Supervisors
It was a stunning victory for Santa Monica Mountain communities and coastal areas when, on February 11, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors voted 4-0 (Supv. Michael Antonovich abstaining) to adopt the Santa Monica Mountains Local Coastal Program (LCP). Spearheaded by Third District Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky, the LCP is a mechanism for allowing one-stop approval for agreement between the County and State whereas the Coastal … [Read More...]
Station 69 Chili Dinner
The annual chili dinner for our firefighters at Station 69 took place on Feb. 9. While a small gathering due to limited space at the station, it always proves to be fun getting to know them and having them know how much the community supports them. Special thanks to Laura Bateman and Linda Leonard who made the scrumptious chili, as well as to Karla Morrison, Becca Barkin, Tanya Starcevich and Flavia Potenza for bringing the rest … [Read More...]
Kids Say “Slow Down!”
Have you seen the signs along Oak Road, in Old Canyon, reminding drivers to slow down? Gracie and Tallulah Gandee, Mom Danielle, Lauren and Tony Dow, worked on this neighborly project together to create signs for their neighborhood reminding drivers to slow down. “It scares us when cars and trucks come whizzing around the bend and don't seem to care that we are there,” they say, and think it would be cool for other kids and familie… [Read More...]
Sick Bobcat Sighted in Topanga State Park
On February 11, a hiker spotted and photographed this bobcat severely infected with notoedric mange in Topanga State Park. The bobcat was captured and radio collared in 2011 by UCLA and NPS biologists, at which time he was suffering a case of moderate notoedric mange. He was treated for the disease at the time of capture and released on site. Although he recovered from his initial infection and appeared to remain healthy for more than a… [Read More...]
Fundraiser for Sheila Kuehl, March 16
A private fundraising brunch is planned at the historic Mountain Mermaid on Sunday, March 16, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., to support Sheila Kuehl’s run for L.A. County Third District Supervisor, replacing Zev Yaroslavsky who will term out this year. The event will be hosted by Meredith Baxter and Nancy Locke; Bill Buerge and Gail McTune; Pat and John MacNeil; Roger Pugliese; and Dorothy Reik. Sponsors are Hope Edelman and Wendie Malick. Ell… [Read More...]
Oscars Preview & Cliff Notes 2014
Ellen DeGeneres, Oscar and nominees going for gold. How do you fit the highlights of 2013’s Best in American Cinema in one piece? Apparently in 2250 or so words. With the March 2 awards show looming, it’s time to catch up on the nominees, the storylines and Hollywood buzz surrounding each film. If you don’t have time to see every nominated film (which I can’t fathom) here are some cliff notes to impress your friends for the rea… [Read More...]
Pete Seeger Tribute Concert at Theatricum, March 8
The Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum will celebrate the life of legendary folksinger Pete Seeger, on March 8, from 1 to 4 p.m. “This will be as much of a sing-along as possible,” said Peter Alsop. “Come and sing along with us. Pete would have liked that.” The day promises to be rife with inspiration, memories and music with the Geer Family Singers—Peter Alsop, Ellen Geer, Melora Marshall, Thad Geer, Willow Geer, Mat Polin, Ian Flanders… [Read More...]
Topanga Symphony Presents “Inspired Compositions,” March 9
On Sunday March 9 at 3 p.m., the Topanga Symphony, under the direction of Jerome Kessler, will present another free concert at the Topanga Community House. The March concert of the 31st Season will include inspired compositions from Mozart, Sibelius and Brisk. Barry Brisk, Music Director of the Beach Cities Symphony, is a frequent guest conductor of the Topanga Symphony. He will conduct his “Serenade For Strings” that premier… [Read More...]
“What A Pair” Art Auction Features Topanga Sculptor Donald Gialanella, March 28
Sculptor Donald Gialanella’s (www.DonSculpture.com) work, entitled “Cog Bra,” will be a special addition to the Sixth Annual “What A Pair” fundraising event and silent auction sponsored by the Soroptimists of the Los Angeles Harbor (SILAH) on March 28 at the Croatian Cultural Center in San Pedro. The piece was made especially for the charity auction and is constructed of transmission gears and fluted stainless steel plates welde… [Read More...]
