GLENDALE KIWANIS

The Kiwanis Club of Glendale meets on Fridays at noon. On Sept. 29, the Club is dark following the demotion of former President Lisa Brooks and the installation of President Irma Villegas. On Oct. 6, John Over will be speaking.

The cost to attend Friday meetings, which includes lunch and program, is $20. All are welcome.

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

GIFF SHOWCASES INDEPENDENT FILMS

The Glendale International Film Festival (GIFF), a celebration of the cinematic arts spotlighting local and global independent film and filmmakers, is showcasing independent films from Sept. 28 through Thursday, Oct. 5.

All screenings and events take place in Glendale; screenings are Laemmle Theatres, 207 N. Maryland Ave.; opening night party is at The Glenmark, 100 N. Brand Blvd.; awards night at Glen Arden Club, 357 Arden Ave.; festival lounge at ace/121 Gallery, 121 N. Kenwood St. 

Screenings and events are ticketed and open to the public. 

For more information visit https://glendaleiff.org/.

‘SUBSEQUENT RETROSPECTIVE’ COMING TO STEPHANIE’S GALLERY

The exhibit “Subsequent Retrospective” is scheduled to launch today, Sept. 28 at Stephanie’s Gallery, 466 Foothill Blvd. in La Cañada.

“Subsequent Retrospective” is a journey into the fusion of art and architecture expressed through the vivid abstract lens of Koko Hovaguimian. The community is invited to witness the seamless harmony of colors, forms and emotions in his captivating creations.

Hovaguimian’s pieces have garnered praise from art critics and captivated audiences worldwide, making her one of the most exciting contemporary artists to watch.

The exhibit is from Sept. 28 to Oct. 31 with an opening reception on Sept. 28 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

CAMPBELL CENTER HOSTS ‘GUESS WHO’S COMING TO DINNER?’

The Campbell Center is hosting the popular “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?” on Sept. 30 and Oct. 1. This year, there are five dinners and themes hosted at prominent households in Glendale to support The Campbell Center. Tickets are $100 and can be bought at: https://thecampbell.org/guesswhodinner/.

The funds raised will support The Campbell Center, which has the mission to partner with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, empowering them to successfully gain independence and attain their desire outcomes through opportunity and choice. It provides services in supported employment, residential services and community integration programs. 

Those who are unable to attend but wish to contribute can call (818) 242-7588 with donation information or email jennifer@thecampbell.org. 

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS HOLD BINGO

The Knights of Columbus Council 3254, which serves St. Bede’s (La Cañada) and Holy Redeemer/St. James the Less Parishes (La Crescenta), is hosting a bingo event on Sept. 30 at 6 p.m. at Holy Redeemer Church – Healy Hall, 2361 Del Mar Road in Montrose. 

Proceeds will be used for appropriate charitable support for the parishes. The cost of the event is $30 and includes a full book of 10 bingo cards, a dauber, etc. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.

3E EVENT INVITES WOMEN TO AWAKEN THE POWER WITHIN

HealWithin, a mind-body-soul healing and stress management center, invites women in SoCal and around the world to its 9^th Annual 3E Event on Sept. 30 at Embassy Suites by Hilton in Glendale, 800 N. Central Ave. in Glendale. Tickets are on sale now for a super early bird price of just $197.

Visit The3Eevent.com to register and to reserve hotel room at discounted rate.

Hosted and produced by Liza Boubari, clinical hypnotherapist and founder of HealWithin, 3E guest speakers include award-winning actor Maurice Benard, Nancy Matthews, co-founder of WomensProsperityNetwork.com, Allyn Reid, founder of Woomanity, and co-founder, facilitator, producer and community cultivator of Secret Knock and Lawrence Zarian, Red Carpet fashion expert, lifestyle expert, professional stylist and actor.

AUTHOR TO SPEAK AT BARNES & NOBLE

Author Patty Paul will be speaking about her new book “Exploring Other Lifetimes – Memoir of a Soul’s Journey” at the Barnes & Noble – Media City Center in Burbank on Sept. 30 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Described as “inspiring,” Paul relates the stories of more than 30 of her other lifetimes and the living, breathing relationship each one has with the lifetime she is now living. The ties that bind them are the unresolved issues and suppressed emotions they have in common.

Barnes & Noble is located at 731 N. San Fernando Road in Burbank.

CSCSGV PRESENTS ANNUAL LADIES NIGHT OUT

On Friday, Oct. 6 Cancer Support Community Greater San Gabriel Valley (CSCSGV) presents its 13^th Annual Ladies Night Out, a festive evening to celebrate and honor the courageous women in the community who have been touched by cancer during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

This year’s theme, “Barbie Bash!” will transform the upstairs rotunda of Paseo Colorado into a Barbie Party, followed by a glamorous evening in Noor’s Ella Ballroom. Ladies Night Out begins at 6 p.m. with Muffy Marracco, writer and game show personality, serving as emcee. The evening will include a special presentation from Beckie Bonifassi, the woman who fought to have a bald Barbie made available for all while her teenage daughter was suffering with leukemia. Bonifassi was also helped fight to get the Childhood Cancer STAR (Survivorship, Treatment, Access, Research) Act passed by Congress in 2018.

Noor’s Ella Ballroom is located at 300 E. Colorado Blvd. #200, Pasadena.

ADAMS HILL ARTS FESTIVAL APPLICATIONS GO LIVE

The second annual Adams Hill Neighborhood Association Arts Festival will be held Oct. 8 on Park Street in Glendale and will feature local artists, vendors and musicians. In anticipation of the event, the application for musicians and artists has been released. 

All Glendale residents are welcome to apply. 

Here is the application link: https://forms.gle/N1dWr33tjrgnYXRA8.

TGHS GALA & BENEFIT

The Glendale Historical Society’s Gala & Benefit will be held on Saturday, Oct. 7 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. This year’s celebratory and fundraising event will be held at Barker House, a 1958 Mid-century Modern home with breathtaking city views. Designed by architect and builder Edward A. Kirtlan, Barker House is listed on the Glendale Register of Historic Resources.

The evening under the stars will include classic cocktails, delicious hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction fundraiser (live and online). Proceeds benefit TGHS’s preservation efforts.

Tickets for the Gala & Benefit are $150 for TGHS members and $175 for nonmembers.

RSVPs are due by Sept. 29. Event address will be provided to confirmed attendees a few days prior to the benefit.

Tickets can be purchased tickets online through the TGHS website at GlendaleHistorical.org/events. To order tickets by mail, please send a check to TGHS, PO Box 4173, Glendale CA 91202.

The Gala & Benefit is black tie optional.

THE LONE WOMAN OF SAN NICOLAS

In 1835, when her people were removed from Haraasnga (San Nicolas Island), a lone indigenous woman was left behind. She lived alone on the island for 18 years. At the Oct. 14 program at the Bolton Hall Museum, attendees will learn about the circumstances of her abandonment, her subsequent rescue and more recent discoveries made on San Nicolas.

The presenter for this program is local historian Craig Durst who will share his research on San Nicolas’ indigenous people and their relationships to local Tongva, founders of the village of Tehunga. An abbreviated screening of the film “Island of the Blue Dolphins,” based in the story of the Lone Woman, will follow the presentation.

This event is free and open to the public and everyone is welcome. 

The presentation is on Oct. 14 at 1 p.m. at Bolton Hall Museum, home of Little Landers Historical Society, 10110 Commerce Ave.

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

CV HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1973 PLANS 50^TH REUNION 

CVHS class of ’73 is planning a 50^th reunion on Saturday, Oct. 14 at Clearman’s North Woods Inn in San Gabriel. Reservations are required. Menu choice includes steak, chicken, cod or vegetarian. The event begins at 5 p.m. Make out checks to Luanna (Koury) Lindsey and mail to 2210 San Gorgonio, La Cañada, CA. 91011 or send payment via Venmo to Laurie (Huber) Garcia @countrychick55. Additional information available at ‘CVHS Class of ’73’ Facebook page, or email luannalindsey@me.com or laurieahgarcia@gmail.com.

Clearman’s North Woods Inn is located at 7247 Rosemead Blvd. in San Gabriel.  

In addition, the class is holding a mixer on Friday night, Oct. 13 at Gus & Andy’s Kitchen & Bar, at 2201 Honolulu Ave. in Montrose at 5 p.m. All CV alums from any year are invited to mix and mingle.

Gus & Andy’s offers a full menu and full bar. This event is in addition to the formal 50^th reunion dinner being held on Saturday, Oct. 14 at Northwood’s Inn, which requires pre-paid reservations.

KIWANIS CLUB OF BURBANK PREPS FOR FAMILY FUN DAY

Sponsorship opportunities are available for the Kiwanis Club of Burbank’s annual Family Fun Day and Golf Ball Drop on Sunday, Oct. 15 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Burbank High School athletic field.

There will be a car show, information booths, food, games, entertainment and more. Free to attend.

Visit https://www.burbankkiwanis.org/golf-ball-drop/ for more information.

Burbank High School athletic field is located at 902 N. 3^rd St. in Burbank.

LA CRESCENTA WOMAN’S CLUB HOLDING SHOE DRIVE

The La Crescenta Woman’s Club is collecting shoes for Soles4Souls on

Saturday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Clubhouse (4004 La Crescenta Ave. in La Crescenta).

For those who want to donate earlier, contact (818) 957-9806 or email info@lacrescentawomansclub.org.

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.