Physician Ambassadors By Andy GERO In June 2017, the Dept. of Veterans Affairs announced a new service, the Physician Ambassadors Program. The VA Health Services has paired with volunteer medical professionals. Since they are volunteers, they will work for free. They include licensed physicians and clinicians for mental health, emergency medicine, cardiac care, primary […]
The third time proved to, indeed, be a charm. On the evening of Aug. 26 close to 50 poker enthusiasts gathered to be part of The Third Annual Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament benefiting The Campbell Center. In an atmosphere of camaraderie, philanthropy, fun and games, poker pros and amateurs alike gave it their all to […]
Jerry Burnham and his son Jonathan recently enjoyed a 10-day photo safari in Zimbabwe. They explored Victoria Falls, Hwange and Zambezi National Park seeing more than 26 types of mammals and 32 species of birds while staying at five Imvelo safari lodges throughout the national parks. Their trip was planned by Seattle-based adventure travel company […]
The Verdugo Hills Pioneer Cemetery sits high a top a Tujunga hill with an unobstructed view of the San Fernando Valley. The cemetery, originally named Hills of Peace, was founded in 1922 by land developer and Sunland-Tujunga early pioneer Marshall Hartranft. Hartrnaft donated the four-acre parcel in honor of his good friend, Parson Wornum. The […]
Best Life Yet! Consulting will offer a course in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) starting Oct. 1. Instructor Dr. Leslie A. Loubier, Psy.D., geared the eight-week program for anyone in the community who needs to reduce stress in their lives, and to address a wide range of health issues. “MBSR integrates various mindfulness meditation practices […]
In celebration of U.S. Constitution Week, which began Sept. 17, members of the Don José Verdugo Chapter, National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) have been busy placing displays throughout the area. Displays are currently in three local libraries: Montrose, La Crescenta and La Cañada Flintridge. Chapter Regent Caroline Craven explained, “These displays, which […]
By Robin GOLDSWORTHY The Glendale Educational Foundation held a wine tasting fundraiser at local business Rosso Wine Shop on Thursday evening. Attending were a variety of GEF supporters who had a chance sample some exceptional wines while learning more of the organization and its upcoming plans. “‘Raise a Glass for Education’ was an opportunity for […]
Kiwanis Club of La Cañada will be celebrating its 15th Annual Wine & Gourmet Food Tasting event along with a premium wine auction at Memorial Park on Sunday, Sept. 24. This annual event is presented by the Kiwanis Club of La Cañada, the La Cañada Flintridge Chamber of Commerce and, new this year, Rosso Wine […]
Glendale is fortunate to be in the cradle of the Verdugo Mountains to the north, the San Gabriels to the far north, the San Rafael Hills to the east, and the Los Angeles River to the south. As the sun sets on even the hottest days, a cooling breeze drifts down to the base of […]
Tickets are on sale for The Glendale Historical Society’s “California Craftsman: Glendale’s Vanishing Heritage” home tour on Sunday, Sept. 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The self-guided architectural tour will feature five homes built between 1902 and 1915 that illustrate the evolution and variety of the Craftsman style. The Craftsman style was born out […]