By Charly SHELTON Arguably the most anticipated animated movie of the decade, Disney’s “The Princess and the Frog” opens in L.A. on Friday, Nov. 25. The classic tale of a princess who discovers the inner beauty of a talking frog that turns into a handsome prince when kissed is a little out of date. This […]
By Hyung Seok LEE CV Weekly intern Disney’s new star in the “Mary Poppins” Broadway tour is La Crescenta’s own Carter Thomas. Portraying the character of son Michael Banks, Thomas will be alternating his performance with Bryce Baldwin. Thomas is devoted to his acting work and is considering acting as a possible career. However, being […]
HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE AND POTLUCK PLANNED The Sunland/Tujunga Art Association is hosting a holiday boutique and potluck dinner from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 3. The evening is a fundraiser that includes fun and food. The event is being held at the Sunland Park Senior Center at 8640 Fenwick St. in Sunland. For […]
By Alyce RUSSELL Glendale Humane Society Why do rescue groups make adopters jump through so many hoops to get a dog? This is a great question and though the Glendale Humane Society (GHS) cannot answer for every rescue, we can relate how our process works and why we ask adopters to fill out applications and […]
The football team may take the field in a blaze of glory, but it is the cheerleading squad that keeps spirits high. At Crescenta Valley High School’s senior recognition, in addition to acknowledging the graduating senior football players, senior members of the cheerleading squad were also celebrated for the years of dedication that they have […]
CVHS beats the Chiefs for their first road playoff win since 1977. By Brian PARK CV Weekly Intern Up 27-24 in the final two minutes of play, Coach Tony Zarrillo was faced with a fourth and one near midfield. If converted, the Falcons would basically lock up the win. If not converted, the Falcons would […]
By Olivia KIM On Friday, Nov. 20, Crescenta Valley High School hosted its annual “CV’s Got Talent” show. It was held in the school’s MacDonald Auditorium, which was packed for the night. Students had to pay $2, adults $5 – a bargain to watch a total of 12 performances that included singers and dancers. The […]
St. James School started its food drive last week and the cans and boxes of food kept coming. As Thanksgiving was approaching, it was a teaching moment for the teachers to encourage the children to remember what they were thankful for while helping those who need assistance. The food drive is an important event at […]
By Mary O’KEEFE Learning life through the art of Yo-Yo. That is what Fremont Elementary School children learned at a recent NED assembly. “NED stands for Never give up. Encourage others and Do your best,” said Chris, the Yo-Yo man. [He did not want to give his last name] “It’s interesting. The Yo-Yo spans the […]
ivy.hopper@gmail.com Ivy Hopper is a teen columnist who talks with authors and fans of books that are currently being read by today’s youth. This week she talks with vibes writer Amy Kathleen Ryan. Here’s an excerpt from vibes: “It isn’t easy being able to read minds – guys’ minds, especially. Gusty Peterson, the hottest boy […]