Congressman Buck McKeon met with local community and business leaders on Friday, July 9 at Crescenta Valley Insurance. The visit was initiated when some of the Congressman’s constituents were in Washington DC for the Insurance Agents and Broker of America National Legislative Conference. Rep. McKeon’s district includes parts of La Crescenta, Tujunga, Sunland and the […]
The International Trombone Association has announced that Robert Marsteller has received the Lifetime Achievement Award. The award recognizes people, living or deceased, for their excellence in trombone profession over a long period of time. Marsteller, now deceased, was the principal trombonist for the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra for 25 years. Upon his retirement, he became […]
By Shari EMAMI David Gilbaugh is a star on the rise. With a former teaching background, he combines his love of helping others with his own artistic talents and brings them both to the community. He teaches art/sculpting at the Community Center in La Cañada on Wednesday evenings for intermediate to advanced sculptors. Surprisingly, Gilbaugh’s […]
By Mary O’KEEFE A new cafe has opened in the area and by the look of the lines, people are very happy about the new arrival. Panera Bread opened on Tuesday in La Cañada at 990 Town Center Drive in the Flintridge Town Center. Opening day was very busy and in fact at times had […]
By Michael YEGHIAYAN Oftentimes, a business’ contribution to the community is subjective and difficult to measure. However, occasionally a business is so deeply rooted into an area that its importance is beyond question. Such is the case with the longstanding La Crescenta institution, Crippen Mortuary. Founded by William and Ethel Crippen in 1928, Crippen Mortuary […]
By Shari EMAMI A sunny day filled with horses, celebrities and children was found at the annual Ahead With Horses Fun Day fundraiser on Sunday, June 11. “[It is] so exciting to see everyone here. I truly believe in this organization. They need love and support,” said former actress turned therapist Dr. Ava Cadell. The […]
The Montrose-Verdugo City Chamber of Commerce Art Walk 2010 takes place on Saturday, July 10 and is open to fine artists who are interested in demonstrating and selling their work. This will be the second of the four Art Walks scheduled by the Chamber this year. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to […]
Congratulations Terry, we are so happy for you. After 34 years working for So. Cal. Gas Co., you have earned your time to travel and relax, but first: you have a honey do list that has your name all over it! We love you! Terry, Tracy & Travis
For the third year in a row, the Crescenta Valley Fireworks Association brought a phenomenal 4th of July Celebration back to the foothills. Plans for the 2010 show are now under way. Although the show is enjoyed by many there are many expenses that have to be considered and paid prior to the event. Some […]
By Shari EMAMI Ahead With Horses Inc. is hosting its annual children’s demonstration known as Fun Day this Sunday, June 13 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Started in 1969 by Liz Helms, Ahead With Horses maximizes the potential of disabled, disadvantaged and special needs children by providing developmental therapy, education and recreation through horses […]