“The crisp drenching rustle from the dry foliage of the perceptibly grateful trees … the little plants, in speechless ecstasy, receiving cupful after cupful into the outspread leaves that silently empty their gracious load, time after time, into the still expecting roots and open their hands still for more.” ~ John […]
By Mary O’KEEFE and Charly SHELTON Crescenta Valley High School will host a discussion on the Glendale Unified School District’s transition from an “at-large” election to a “trustee area” election on March 16 in MacDonald Auditorium located in the 4400 block of Ramsdell Avenue in La Crescenta at 6 p.m. In the past a requirement […]
Confessions of a Reluctant Faithful Person I have to confess something that I’m sort of ashamed about: I got mad at God and decided that I didn’t believe in Him anymore. Now those of you who know me and/or have read my column these past six years know that I’m a woman of faith, although […]
Verdugo City to New Guinea and Back Again – An Envelope’s Odyssey I often get inquiries about local history and offers of historical item donations. I welcome them, enjoy answering questions if I can, and accept appropriate donations for the Historical Society of the Crescenta Valley. If I don’t answer your email, try again as […]
By Charly SHELTON The Crescenta Valley High School Falkon Robotics Team 589 will be competing this weekend in a battle of the bots! The annual FIRST Robotics competition is being held this weekend at the Long Beach Convention Center Arena. The competition pits high school teams against each other in a game played by the […]
Glendale Unified School District has handled several big issues in the past 12 months, such as the school calendar and a new superintendent. However, the decision to divide the school district for future board of education elections is extremely important to all community members – not just those who have students in school. The change […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Foothill Boulevard and Honolulu Avenue are the main thoroughfares in the community of Crescenta Valley. There are buildings that have been along the roadways for years, like the 1920s stone church St. Luke’s of the Mountains, and buildings that have been torn down, remodeled and reworked. It’s interesting sometimes to look at […]
Spring Forward Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 13. Remember to move clocks ahead one hour. Fundraiser Planned The Friends of La Crescenta Library and the Crescenta Valley Town Council are hosting a joint fundraiser, A Literary Evening, on March 12. The event is from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at […]
By Mary O’KEEFE The Crescenta Valley High School PTSA celebrated Founders’ Day with the theme “Grow, Thrive and Flourish.” The event was held at the school’s cafeteria on Feb. 29 and highlighted people in the community who support students. PTSA received many submissions for honorary service awardees. Submissions came from teachers, parents and students. Lt. […]
Hi, CV! We are grateful that the Y’s funding will enable our efforts to continue. Our Youth Alliance leaders wanted access to more young people through the Y’s programs. Board members will continue and Julia Rabago, someone who cares deeply about kids, has access to Y resources to help kids. The Y has taken over […]