Local Lions Club Student Speakers Contest Open for Entries

The Crescenta-Cañada Lions Club is currently seeking submissions for its Annual Speakers Contest, sponsored by the California Lions Clubs. The topic for the 2018-19 contest, now in its 82nd year, is “Freedom of the Press: What Does It Mean?” Students interested in entering the contest shall prepare a talk/speech on the topic as close as […]

Rosemont Runners at LA84 Foundation Run 4 Fun

Rosemont Runners at LA84 Foundation Run 4 Fun

On Dec. 8, 29 runners from the Rosemont Middle School cross-country team participated in the annual LA84 Foundation Run 4 Fun at Jesse Owens Stadium at Cal State Los Angeles. An estimated 500 middle-school runners participated in the event. The Spartans placed very well, despite having fewer runners than many other schools. Led by Ater […]

Christmas Joy at Cerritos Elementary

Hundreds of children gathered in the auditorium at Cerritos Elementary School when representatives of Dignity Health Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center visited the Glendale campus to deliver holiday gifts to more than 450 students. The wrapped gifts, which were donated by Dignity Health employees, included books, games, science kits, soccer balls and art supplies.

Holiday Fun at Dunsmore

Holiday Fun at Dunsmore

The holiday season is in full swing at Dunsmore Elementary when the teachers and staff donned their best hats and crazy hair. Teachers and staff took part in a different holiday theme everyday beginning Dec. 3. Principal Karen Stegman has taken the lead in making sure everyone gets into the holiday spirit by providing raffle […]

Local Lions Club Student Speakers Contest Open for Entries

The Crescenta-Cañada Lions Club is currently seeking submissions for its Annual Speakers Contest, sponsored by the California Lions Clubs. The topic for the 2018-19 contest, now in its 82nd year, is “Freedom of the Press: What Does It Mean?” Students interested in entering the contest shall prepare a talk/speech on the topic as close as […]

A ‘Fairy’ Good Time at Book Fair

By Lori BODNAR, intern Fairies, gnomes, unicorns and dragons descended on Mountain Avenue Elementary for the Enchanted Forest Book Fair – despite the downpour of rain. Students shopped once with their class, and could also shop during recess as well.  Different nights of the book fair had different themes. On Dec. 5 was the Book […]

Winter Concert Held at MV

Monte Vista Elementary School held its winter concert on Dec. 12. Students performed under the direction of Petros Boyadzhyan, music director, with assistant Sean Okaguchi. Photos provided by Suzanne RISSE

Breakfast With Santa Hosted by La Crescenta Woman’s Club

Breakfast With Santa Hosted by La Crescenta Woman’s Club

On Saturday, the La Crescenta Woman’s Club hosted its annual Breakfast with Santa. Over a hundred people came to the event and enjoyed a delicious meal of homemade pancakes and waffles, eggs, sausage, bagels, pastries, fruit, orange juice, hot chocolate and coffee. Children enjoyed a special visit and photo with Santa, and received a gift […]

Action-Packed Trike-a-thon Raises Money for Local Preschool

It was race time. Three generations – children, parents, and grandparents – amassed at an asphalt racetrack in a La Cañada parking lot. The racers donned their red helmets to go with their blue shirts. The tricycles – yes, tricycles – were lined up, polished and ready for the big event. The younger generation was […]