GLENDALE KIWANIS

The Kiwanis Club of Glendale presents a program by Dr. Ryan Cornner, the new president of Glendale Community College, for Oct. 7. The cost to attend, which includes lunch, is $15. Meetings start at noon.

The Club meets Friday afternoons at the Elks Lodge, 120 E. Colorado St. in Glendale.

WORKS ON PAPER AT THE BRAND LIBRARY & ART CENTER

Glendale Library Arts & Culture announced the Brand Associates’ opening of its 50^th Annual National Juried Exhibition of Works on Paper at the Brand Library & Art Center from continuing through Dec. 30. The exhibition, also known as Brand 50, marks 50 years of featuring the best in local and national contemporary art with 89 artworks chosen from 1200-plus submissions selected by juror Shannon Currie Holmes, Exhibitions supervisor at Brand Library & Art Center.

Brand 50 brings together artists from diverse backgrounds, including artists making their first foray into a gallery, as well as seasoned professionals whose work is widely known. In conjunction with the Brand 50 juried exhibition, there will also be a gallery looking back on the history of these exhibits with artworks spanning the earliest years when ceramics were featured, to today’s focus on the paper medium. All exhibit artworks and a printed catalog will be on sale with proceeds benefitting the Brand Associates’ efforts to support a rich array of cultural, arts, and educational programming at the iconic Brand Library & Art Center.

Brand Library & Art Center, 1601 W. Mountain St. in Glendale

AUTHOR FROST BECKNER AT FLINTRIDGE BOOKSTORE

On Thursday, Oct. 6, at 7 p.m. Flintridge Bookstore will present author /screenwriter Michael Frost Beckner for a reading and signing of his Spy Game novels. Beckner is best known for the CBS series “The Agency,: his iconic film “Spy Game,” and the Sniper film franchise. Beckner’s Spy Game novels – “Muir’s Gambit,” “Bishop’s Endgame” and “Aiken in Check” – comprise The Aiken Trilogy. They take place both before and after the time frame of the Robert Redford/Brad Pitt movie, expanding on the storyline of this thrilling espionage tale.

The reading takes place outside in back of the store. The signing is inside.

Flintridge Bookstore is located at 858 Foothill Blvd. in La Cañada Flintridge. For more information, contact Gail Mishkin at gailm@flintridgebooks.com or call the store at (818) 790-0717.

FRIDAY NIGHT LECTURE, ‘ADOBES OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA’

On Friday, Oct. 7 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. all are invited to Casa Adobe de San Rafael to view pictures and be entertained with historical facts and trivia of the adobes from Ventura to San Juan Capistrano. Guest speaker Wayne Stinson, world traveler and history lover, visited Campo de Cahuenga one day and was inspired to discover adobes all over Southern California.

To RSVP and for more information, visit https://tinyurl.com/yvz4srya.

Casa Adobe de San Rafael, 1330 Dorothy Drive, Glendale

PEBBLES OF THE PAST

On Oct. 8 at 1 p.m., the Little Landers Society presents “Pebbles of the Past” by Craig Durst.

His presentation of little-known facts of the history of the Tujunga Valley takes the audience on a search for the Lost Padres Mine, the Land of the Sun, the history of Seven Hills Ranch and the local Gold Rush – California’s first gold rush!

Durst will share several of his recent history hunts to uncover some “pebbles” of the Tujunga Valley’s historic past. Since discovering in the 1990s that his new home in Lake View Terrace was next to the ancient Indian Village of Tehunga, Durst has embarked on dozens of local history hunts and related research. His excellent narrative and collection of historic images help complete the picture of local history.

This event is free and open to the public and everyone is welcome. It will be held at Bolton Hall Museum, Home of Little Landers Historical Society, 10110 Commerce Ave. in Tujunga.

Additional information is available from Little Landers Historical Society, (818) 352-3420 or BoltonHall.org or email llhs@boltonhall.org.

GCC ART GALLERY FEATURES SOLO SHOW ‘POPULAR VOTE’ 

“Popular Vote,” a solo exhibition featuring the work of Marisa J. Futernick, continues at the Glendale Community College Art Gallery through Nov. 18.  

Futernick’s work explores the promise of the American Dream and calls attention to the inherent flexibility and fickleness of contemporary political discourse.

There will be a get-out-the-vote poster-making workshop on Friday, Oct. 21 from noon to 3 p.m., and a panel discussion on art and civic engagement on Wednesday, Nov. 2 from 12:20 to 1:30 p.m.

All events are free and open to the public.  

The Art Gallery will be open Monday through Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and is located on the third floor of the Library Building, 1500 N. Verdugo Road in Glendale. 

SILVER LAKE BRANCH LIBRARY INVITES COMMUNITY TO STAR WARS READS DAY

The Silver Lake Branch Library invites the community to join the Force and celebrate the love of reading at Star Wars Reads Day on Saturday, Oct. 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 2411 Glendale Blvd. Explore a galaxy far, far away with storytimes, crafts, giveaways and a short show by a Star Wars performance group. All ages are welcome. Costumes encouraged.

MONA ANNOUNCES DISPLAY

The Museum of Neon Art announced the display of “Leticia Maldonado: The Storytellers” on Oct. 8 through Feb. 11. The opening will take place from 6-8 p.m. on Oct. 8 and is free to the public. This is the first solo museum exhibition for the artist. Maldonado challenges the conventions of sculpture as well as the constraints of the medium of neon through her multimedia works. In this exhibition, life-size sculptural forms made out of neon, Plexiglass, found objects and vintage technology speak to narratives that bind memory, intimacy and history.

The museum is located at 216 S. Brand Blvd. in Glendale. It is closed Monday and Tuesday; open Wednesday – Saturday from 10:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. and on Sunday from 10:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.

JEWEL CITY KNITTERS MONTHLY MEETING

Jewel City Knitters will hold its monthly JCK Charity Knit and Crochet gathering on Saturday, Oct. 8 from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Chevy Chase Library, 3301 E. Chevy Chase Dr. in Glendale, (818) 548-2046.

Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of knitting, crocheting and conversation.

For more information, email susandietel@yahoo.com.

RIVERWALK WORKDAY

Volunteers are needed on Saturday, Oct. 8 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Los Angeles River on the City of Glendale’s Riverwalk to remove invasive plants from the landscaped areas. Participants should wear sturdy shoes, protective clothing and bring sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat. Tools and gloves will be provided. Families, individuals, clubs, and students needing community service hours are welcome. In case of rain, this event will be canceled. 

To sign up, and for more information, visit tinyurl.com/mryhffpx.

Glendale Narrows Riverwalk, 300 Paula Ave., Glendale

GLENDALE OUTDOORS! (GO!) COMMUNITY PROGRAM

Deukmejian Wilderness Park

An interpretive hike is planned in Deukmejian Wilderness Park on Saturday, Oct. 8 from 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. It will include a nature craft, nature themed games and a tour of the Stone Barn Nature Center. Water snacks and bus transportation from Pacific Community Center will be provided, leaving at 8:30 a.m. and returning at 12:30 pm.

Important information:

• Please arrive by 8a.m. to check in with the staff.
• Free bus leaves from Pacific Community Center, 501 S. Pacific Ave., at 8:30 a.m. and returns at 12:30 p.m.
• Wear sturdy shoes, long pants and a hat or cap.
• Adult supervision is required! One adult is required for every three children 17 and under.
• For more information please, call (818) 937-7428. RSVP by visiting https://tinyurl.com/mr2hw2p3.

Deukmejian Wilderness Park, 3429 Markridge Road, La Crescenta/Glendale

FREE SEMINAR ON THE DANGERS OF TODAY’S DRUGS

Cathy Morfopoulos of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World will be making a presentation on Tuesday, Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. at the Church of Scientology Mission of the Foothills, 2254 Honolulu Ave. in Montrose (entrance and free parking at the back of the building). Call (818) 957-1500 or email foothills@scientology.net to reserve a seat.

The Foundation for a Drug-Free World is a nonprofit public benefit corporation that empowers youth and adults with factual information about drugs so they can make informed decisions and live drug-free.

BAY AREA TAKEOVER AT THE GLENDALE ROOM

Bay Area Takeover, a new show featuring Bay Area comedians, heats up the SF/LA rivalry only NorCal cares about.

On Oct. 11, the Glendale Room at 127 N. Artsakh Ave. in Glendale presents the best of San Francisco comedy that includes Kollin Holtz, Frankie Marcos, Michelle Murphy, Sarafina Rodriguez and Molly Sanchez.

The show is from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tickets are $8. To purchase, visit https://tinyurl.com/bddhc8tm.

BOOK SIGNING/INTERVIEW FOR ‘THE MOTHER I NEVER HAD’

On Monday, Oct. 17 at 7 p.m., Vroman’s Bookstore in Pasadena hosts the signing and author interview to celebrate to release of the LA-set family drama “The Mother I Never Had” by award-winning author, screenwriter and LA Times film reviewer Gary Goldstein. Bestselling author Andrea Cagan (“Diana Ross: Secrets of a Sparrow”) will conduct the interview and post-Q&A.

Free to attend.            

Vroman’s Bookstore is located at 695 E. Colorado Blvd. in Pasadena.

To RSVP and for more info, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/396032873987.

WILDERNESS WORKDAY

A wilderness workday at Deukmejian Wilderness Park is planned for Saturday, Oct. 15 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Volunteers will help water the bigcone spruce and coast live oaks, assist with trail repairs and remove invasive species from the park. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring a hat, sunscreen and protective clothing. In case of rain, this event will be canceled.

RSVP and sign up at https://tinyurl.com/25arp5up.

Deukmejian Wilderness Park, 3429 Markridge Road, La Crescenta/Glendale

BURBANK AFRICAN VIOLET SOCIETY

The next club meeting of the Burbank African Violet Society is on Thursday morning, Oct. 20 at 10 a.m. at The Little White Chapel Christian Church, 1711 N. Avon St. in Burbank.

The program will be presented by club member Beverlee Nelson on “Burbank African Violet Society’s Dawg Show.” This will require participation from members and guests in bringing their most troublesome and challenging African violets to the meeting. There will be classifications and awards will be given for first, second and third place. Club President Chris Hedberg and Vice President Luis Pineda are A.V.S.A. judges and will be doing the judging.

There are raffle and silent auction tables. Refreshments are served and friendships made. Guests are always welcome to attend the meetings. 

For more information please phone (661) 940-3990 or reference the website www.burbankafricanviolets.weebly.com.

BIG STRIKE AUCTION PLANNED

“Gather Around the Campfire” is the theme of the 47^th annual Big Strike Auction benefiting the Boy Scouts of America – Verdugo Hills Council.

The evening is planned for Friday, Oct. 21 at 6 p.m. at the University Club in Pasadena, 175 N. Oakland Ave. Tickets are $175 per person and include dinner, dancing and live and silent auctions.

Sponsorship opportunities available! Visit www.thebigstrikeauction.com for more information.

SUNDOWN INTERPRETIVE HIKE


A sundown interpretive hike
takes place at Deukmejian Wilderness Park on Saturday, Oct. 22 from
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

The public is invited to a slow-paced, moderately difficult hike on the Vineyard Trail and the Mummy Rock Trail while learning about the wilderness park when the sun goes down. Bring flashlights (the Park has red covers).

Sunset is projected for 6 p.m. so there will be one hour before and one hour after sunset to experience the changes. To RSVP, visit https://tinyurl.com/2sjekfv8.

Deukmejian Wilderness Park, 3429 Markridge Road, Glendale

LCFOG PLANS SPECIAL LUNCHEON

The Annual Book and Author Luncheon hosted by the La Cañada Flintridge Orthopaedic Guild will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 25 at the La Cañada Flintridge Country Club. This is the Guild’s major fundraising event dedicated solely to support the children treated at Luskin Orthopaedic Institute for Children, formerly called Orthopaedic Hospital of Los Angeles. The funds raised provide children with musculoskeletal injuries or disorders excellent pediatric orthopaedic medical care to grow well and play well, regardless of the family’s ability to pay.

To make a reservation to attend the Book and Author Luncheon, please contact Registration Co-Chair DeeDee at (818) 606-5631 to request an invitation.

OAKMONT LEAGUE BOUTIQUE FUNDRAISER

The Oakmont League is holding a boutique fundraiser on Oct. 26 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Oakmont Country Club in the Ladies Card Room. Featured will be handbags from The Classy Bag Lady, fashion scarves, shawls and wraps from DJ Giles Wraps and Accessories, jewelry and purses from Jean Waters Fine Accessories, melamine serving pieces and hostess gifts from Hostess to Go and more. All shoppers are welcome; 20% of sales will be donated to Oakmont League.

Members of this service club assist local charities with funding and their programs and have provided scholarships for graduating seniors of local high schools.

Oakmont Country Club is located at 3100 Country Club Driver in Glendale.

SALVATION ARMY HOSTS KETTLE KICK-OFF DINNER

The local chapter of the Salvation Army is hosting a kettle kick-off dinner on Nov. 17 at Forest Lawn-Glendale, Hall of the Crucifixion-Resurrection. Titled “Love Beyond,” the evening begins at 6 p.m. and will feature dinner, the comedy of emcee Fritz Coleman and music provided by the Richard Dell Band.

Sponsorships available!

Ticket information is available at Glendale-ca.salvationarmy.org or by calling Marlin Gálvez at (818) 246-5586 Ext: 1204.

FUTTERMAN FEATURED AT ALTADENA TOWN AND COUNTRY CLUB

The Altadena Town and Country Club is exhibiting the work of Chinese brush painting artist Mayee Futterman through the end of December.

The one-woman show, titled “The Four Treasures – The Art of Mayee Futterman,” displays 46 vibrant floral, landscape and animal-creature paintings.

For more general information, visit www.mayeefutterman.com. To see show paintings visit: www.mayeefutterman.com/shop.

Futterman, an Asian-American artist, recently won BMW’s international design competition for the limited edition M4 GT4 racing car called “Fluid Power.” Her work is collected internationally by individuals and institutions including the Los Angeles Center for Women’s Health at the California Hospital Medical Center. She is an instructor at UCLA Extension, Huntington Beach Art Center and the Institute of Chinese Language and Culture.

The Altadena Town and Country Club is located at 2290 Country Club Drive in Altadena.

VHHS PLANS REUNION

“Team 74” is planning a 50th high school reunion in 2024. Friends and graduates of Verdugo Hills High School are invited to attend to trade stories of family, careers, adventures and anything else.

Currently Team 74 is in the planning phase of collecting names and numbers of classmates and putting together a database; emails from classmates can be received at clsof74reunion@yahoo.com. Information should include a mailing address, cell number and graduate’s name at graduation (if different than now).

A list of frequently asked questions will be provided to keep everyone updated as the reunion plans move forward. Those who belong to various VHHS groups will see redundant information to ensure all classmates are notified and have an opportunity to attend.

At this time the FB VHHS groups will be the reunion information outlet until a more focused site is created.