The Amendments In the summer of 1787 42 delegates from 12 states created the U.S. Constitution. At the end of the task, in mid-September, the delegates had a final robust debate over adding a group of laws limiting government power over individual people. The group of laws became known as a bill of rights. The […]
P.E.O. Glendale Reciprocity Bureau recently held its Founders’ Day at the Elks Club in Glendale in celebration of the 155th birthday of the organization. Glendale Reciprocity Bureau is made up of 11 Glendale chapters, each identified by letters. Two chapters from the Burbank Reciprocity Bureau also attended the festivities. P.E.O. is a philanthropic organization that was founded by seven […]
By Ruth SOWBY At 7:50 a.m. on Saturday morning, Feb. 10, dozens of bargain hunters stormed the historic gates of the Thursday Club in La Cañada. The courtyard sale opened 10 minutes early to accommodate the crowd. Customers weren’t disappointed. Pre-owned luxury goods at bargain basement prices included antiques, crystal, china, jewelry, holiday décor and toys. […]
After a three-year hiatus, Dignity Health – Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center is proud to celebrate its 26th Annual “King and Queen of Hearts” event. As part of Heart Month, the hospital will hold a special celebration that will include free screenings, free lectures, free heart-healthy food and the presentation of the King and […]
Mothers (or fathers) of current high school sophomore girls are invited to attend an informational meeting about the Thursday Club’s Modern Debutante Program on Monday, March 4 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Thursday Club, 4440 Woodleigh Lane. Club leaders will explain the requirements for Club membership and Program participation. The […]
By Mikaela STONE Mobility Dog (mobilitydog.org), a nonprofit organization that raises and trains service dogs, celebrates its sixth birthday with an Open House and Party on Saturday, March 2 from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm at 75 S. Grand Ave. in Pasadena. Entirely volunteer-run, so every cent goes to dog training, Mobility Dog has […]
USC Verdugo Hills Hospital received its first-ever Practice Transition Accreditation Program (PTAP) accreditation from the American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC) for its outstanding nurse residency program, which helps transition novice nurses into clinical practice. This six-month training program prepares residents to provide high-quality, evidence-based, patient- and family-centered care by providing the opportunity to work in […]
By Ruth SOWBY Glendale Arts pulled out all the stops for the organization’s first “Drink & Draw” event for community members, with or without artistic talent, but mostly “without.” On Friday, Feb. 2, a dozen would-be artists enjoyed their favorite beverages and light bites while drawing live model Zatanna Zor-Elle. The backdrop was Michael Allyn […]
Anyone who knows of an individual or couple who have made a significant difference in the lives of local schools and the student community in some manner (direct or not) are invited to nominate them for the 2023 Distinguished Person Award (DPA). The Foothills Community Scholarship Foundation of La Cañada Flintridge, Inc., formerly known as […]
A lifetime of healthy living has positive impacts on risk factors related to heart disease. Risks include high blood pressure and high cholesterol from smoking, a sedentary lifestyle, unhealthy diet, alcohol abuse and genetics. However, did you know age is our most dominant risk factor? We see that at least 80% of deaths from coronary […]