ART OUT OF TRASH
Cathy Hrenda, resident of Adams Hill, composes artworks from found objects and trash. Since 2015 she has designed and installed a holiday-inspired work in the landmark Richfield Gas Station in the Adams Square Mini-Park with help from the surrounding community. These community projects have been carried out in coordination with the City of Glendale Community Parks and Services Dept.
This year the installation, on view through Jan. 13, is composed almost entirely of trash. Many of the constituent parts were roadside trash gathered on walks Hrenda took in and around Glendale. The artwork was installed on Nov. 25 by Hrenda with assistance from her husband Stephen Meek. The piece, entitled “We’re All In The Same Boat,” consists of a six-foot sea serpent covered in bottle caps and other plastic throw-aways. He is accompanied by a man sitting in a rowboat towing a patio umbrella frame decorated with recycled cardboard and plastic bottle ornaments. Students from John Muir Elementary School painted cardboard fish that swim around the boat and ornaments were completed by members of the community in the Adams Square Mini Park.
 Adams Square Mini-Park, 1020 E. Palmer Ave., Glendale

NEW MEMBER HAPPY HOUR MIXER
USC-VHH Women’s Council is hosting a new member happy hour mixer tonight, Thursday, Nov. 30 at 5:30 p.m. at New Moon Restaurant. There will be a $15 donation taken at the check-in desk. Fifteen percent of the evening receipts will be donated to the USC-VHH Women’s Council for the benefit of the Neonatal Infant Critical Care Unit scheduled to open in the near future.  
Come celebrate our new members and the opening of the NICU.
New Moon is located at 2138 Verdugo Blvd. in Monrose.

LA CANADA LIBRARY NEWS
The community is invited to see artwork by La Cañada High School artists on display in the community room of the La Cañada Library.
On Dec. 1 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. there is an artists’ reception. Come support, meet, and show appreciation for local high school artists. All are welcome. Punch and cookies served.
On Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., it’s the annual Christmas book sale in the library lobby. Many quality books are available that can be a gift for someone special or personally enjoyed.
The La Cañada Library is located at 4545 N. Oakwood.

FESTIVAL OF TREES
The Optimist Club of Pasadena is hosting a Festival of Trees on Sunday, Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Pasadena Hilton, 168 S. Los Robles Ave. This is the 65th Annual Optimist Festival of Trees.
Tickets are $85 person; for ticket information, visit optimistfestivaloftrees.com, call (661) 713-6642 or email deegov@socallrr.com.

ANNUAL CHILI BOWL FEST AND ART & CRAFT FAIRE
McGroarty Arts Center will be hosting its 15th Annual Chili Bowl Fest and Holiday Art and Craft Faire on Dec. 2-3. On Saturday, Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., enjoy homemade chili in handmade bowls that are for sale. In addition, there will be craft beer, live music, bake sale, tables for diners and 35 art and craft vendors. Plus there will be a chili cook-off with prizes.
On Sunday, Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. there will be more of a family and kids’ holiday event. Santa will be on-site to take pictures, plus Christmas carolers, Christmas music, cookie painting for the kids and more! Bountiful shopping opportunities provided by art and craft vendors available, too.
McGroarty Arts Center, 7570 McGroarty Arts Terrace, Tujunga

NOON CONCERTS OPEN TO PUBLIC
Glendale Noon Concerts is a free-admission concert series that takes place every first and third Wednesday from 12:10 p.m. to 12:40 p.m. in the sanctuary of Glendale City Church.
The next concert is on Dec. 6 and features cellist Derek Stein performing solo works by Hindemith, Prokofiev, Nicholas Deyoe, P.D.Q. Bach and Penderecki.
For more information, email glendalesda@gmail.com or call (818) 244-7241.
Glendale City Church, 610 E. California Ave. (at Isabel) in Glendale.

ADVENTIST HOSTS SPECIAL REMEMBRANCE PROGRAMS
The community is invited to a special tree lighting ceremony at Adventist Health Glendale (West Tower Lobby) on Thursday, Dec. 7 at 5:30 p.m. The tree lighting includes an opportunity for those who wish to honor their loved one in a special tribute program during the ceremony. They can do so by sponsoring a tree light or ornament with a tax-deductible donation to Adventist Health Glendale. Proceeds from the tree lighting ceremony will benefit hospice and bereavement support programs.
Everyone is invited to attend. Please call the Adventist Health Glendale Foundation at (818) 409-8055 for more information.
To make a gift online, visit www.adventisthealth.org/glendale/giving.
On Dec. 11 at 5:30 p.m., the Beyond Loss Program at Adventist is offering a holiday gathering of remembrance in the Main Auditorium. A light buffet will be served and a program of music, stories, and sharing of names will follow at 6 p.m. There will also be a “Wall of Memory” for loved ones to post photos of those they have lost.
Reservations are required for the Holiday Gathering of Remembrance. To make a reservation or for more information about the hospital’s Beyond Loss weekly grief support groups, please call (818) 409-8008.
The hospital is located at 1509 Wilson Terrace, Glendale.
 
AAUW MEETING
The American Association of University Women, Pasadena branch, will hold its holiday general meeting on Saturday, Dec. 9 beginning at 9:45 a.m. at the Women’s City Club.   A group from Washington Middle School, the STEAM Academy (for science, technology, engineering, arts and math); Glee Club will perform.
To make reservations contact Gloria  Reynolds at (626) 798-3896 or
gloriareynolds4588@att.net. Lunch is $25 per person.
Women’s City Club, 160 N. Oakland

LITTLE LANDERS ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY
The Little Landers Annual Holiday Party takes place on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 1 p.m. at Bolton Hall and features the Randy Van Horne Singers. This is the eighth year the Randy Van Horne Singers will be entertaining on the Bolton Hall holiday program. In addition, the program features performances by Franny McCartney of Sunland-Tujunga. Visitors will join in for carol singing and the Bolton Hall Museum/Little Landers holiday gift drawing.
Refreshments are served after the program and some recipes from the Little Landers Cookbook will be featured.
This program is free and open to the public and everyone is welcome.  
Additional information is available from Little Landers Historical Society, (818) 352-3420 or www.littlelandershistoricalsociety.org or email littlelanders@verizon.net.  
Bolton Hall Museum, 10110 Commerce Ave., Tujunga
Parking is available a few doors uphill at the Elks Lodge.

ANNUAL VETERANS CHRISTMAS BREAKFAST
All veterans and their spouse or guest are invited to the Annual Veterans Breakfast hosted on Saturday, Dec. 9 by American Legion Post 288 and VFW Post 1614 at Memorial Hall, 4011 La Crescenta Ave. The breakfast is free and will be served between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. No RSVP required; just show up with an appetite and holiday cheer.

CHOPIN ON MUSIQUES ROSTER
The next presentation of Salon de Musiques is on Dec. 10 and features the music of Frederic Chopin. The concert will be performed by Katarzyna Sadej, mezzo-soprano,
Jessica Guideri, violin, Eric Byers, cello, Kevin Kwan Loucks and Francois Chouchan, piano. An informal Q&A with the artists will follow the performance and a gourmet high tea buffet provided by Patina with French champagne will be served.
Tickets are $45 for students, and $85 general admission that includes dinner and drinks. To reserve a ticket, visit LeSalondeMusiques.com or call (310) 498-0257.
The performance takes place at 4 p.m. at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, fifth floor, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles.

HANUKKAH IN THE FOOTHILLS
The 2nd Annual Hanukkah in the Foothills event will be held at McGroarty Arts Center on Dec. 19 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This will be a free cultural and educational event open to everyone of all faiths. Along with an entertaining and informative presentation about Hanukkah there will be music, a taste of traditional foods, and a gift for every child who attends this family-friendly event.  
Hanukkah in the Foothills is presented by members of the Sunland-Tujunga Arts, Recreation, and Culture Committee (STARC) of the STNC. The Rotary Club, local businesses and several service organizations provide vital support.

FIBROMYALGIA/ARTHRITIS SUPPORT GROUP
A community support group for persons with fibromyalgia and/or arthritis meets monthly at La Cañada Presbyterian Church for personal and social support, and education in lifestyle management of these difficult medical issues.
The support group is led by Dianne Whiting, MA, PT and Katie Phillips-Rector, MS, MFT intern.
The support group will meet on the fourth Wednesday of every month from 1 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. in the Library. There is no fee or sign-up for this program and all are welcome. Please email Phillips-Rector (Katie@lacanadapc.org) or Whiting (diannefibro@gmail.com) with questions.
La Cañada Presbyterian Church, 626 Foothill Blvd.

ONE YEAR: THE ART OF POLITICS IN LA
The exhibit “One Year: The Art of Politics in Los Angeles” continues at the Brand Library & Art Center.
The exhibition features the work of 20 Los Angeles-based artists whose engagement with political topics is an integral part of their practices.
The exhibition will be on display through Jan. 18, 2018.
Brand Library & Art Center, 1601 W. Mountain St. in Glendale.

SQUARE DANCING CLASSES CONTINUE
Come learn America’s heritage folk dance – square dancing. A beginner’s class continues on Thursday nights at 7:30 p.m. at St. George’s Episcopal Church, 808 Foothill Blvd, La Cañada. First two classes are free. Meet new people while getting some exercise. Four-to-five thousand steps per class/dance!
Call Connie at (818) 353-4901 or email setsinstep@yahoo.com or visit www.setsinstep.org.

GALA TICKETS ON SALE
The La Cañada Junior Women’s Club is hosting its annual gala fundraiser on Feb. 24 from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. An Enchanted Evening at the Villa, held at a historic property that was once featured as a Pasadena Showcase home, promises to be lively and fun while raising money for the Club’s two supported philanthropies, Ronald McDonald House and Five Acres.
The party includes old Hollywood-themed drinks and food, silent auction, wine toss and dancing as a DJ spins favorite tunes.
Tickets are $100. All current and former Juniors and their guests are welcome to attend!
To purchase tickets and for more information, visit http://lcjwc.org/annual_fundraiser/reservation_for_ticket_request.

LOCAL YOGA CLASS
Gentle/level one yoga classes continue on Friday mornings at 11 a.m. at St. Luke’s of Mountains Church.  
This class will improve joint mobility, flexibility, muscle strength and balance and will include some restorative yoga poses to help the body heal its own aches and pains by engaging the parasympathetic system. Sessions will be 75 minutes. Instructor is experienced in many forms of yoga. Please bring mat.  
Cost is $15 cash.
Questions? Contact maiedell45@gmail.com or call (818) 298-4589.
St. Luke’s is located at 2563 Foothill Blvd., at the corner of Rosemont, in La Crescenta.

FOOTHILLS COMMUNITY TOASTMASTERS CLUB
Foothills Community Toastmasters Club meets 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. every Monday night at 10700 Hillrose Circle in Sunland. Guests are always welcome at no charge.
Toastmasters International is a 91-plus-year-old worldwide organization of small neighborhood, company, community or organization sponsored clubs where people practice and get training in public speaking and leadership skills.  
Foothills Community Toastmasters Club is the only official chapter in the Foothills area stretching from La Cañada Flintridge to Sylmar.
Anyone interested in visiting or learning more about the club should contact
fctmclub@gmail.com or visit www.foothillscommunitytoastmasters.club.

FREE DANCE CLASSES AT SUNLAND REC CENTER
The community is invited to take part in free Tuesday night dance classes at Sunland Recreation Center. Dances include Zumba, hip-hop and swing. No prior knowledge or experience required.
Couples and families are encouraged to attend.
Classes are from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Sunland Rec Center, 8651 Foothill Blvd., Sunland

FREE STROKE SUPPORT GROUP, AND HEART LECTURE
A stroke support group hosted by Dignity Health Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center meets the second Tuesday of each month from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Rehabilitation Conference Room on the third floor of the hospital.  
The support group is open to caregivers, family members, friends and stroke survivors and will help with communication, education, and coping styles while building friendships, solving problems and sharing resources and experience.  
RSVP by calling (818) 502-4725.
Dignity Health Glendale Memorial Hospital is located at 1420 S. Central Ave. in Glendale.

COURSES AVAILABLE ON RELIEVING FINANCIAL STRESS
Life Improvement Courses are offered on “Principles of Prosperity,” “How to Obtain Financial Security” and “Overcoming Financial Stress” at the Church of Scientology Mission of the Foothills.
These courses help empower a person with the knowledge to overcome financial stress to prosper in life. Each course is $50, is done at the individual’s own pace and timing is flexible. A stress-free financial future can be attained and having the right knowledge can make all the difference.  
These are just a few of the life improvement courses offered. Others available address various subjects. The classes are open Monday-Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.  
For more information contact (818) 957-1500.
Church of Scientology Mission of the Foothills, 2254 Honolulu Ave. in Montrose (entrance off Market Street, behind in parking lot).

FOOTHILLS PRO GROUP
The Foothills Professional Group meets every Wednesday morning from 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m. at Leon Lounge and Café. The group provides a structured and supportive system of giving and receiving business. It does so by providing an environment in which participants develop personal relationships with many other qualified business professionals. By establishing this “formal” relationship with other people, you may have the opportunity to substantially increase your business.
The cost is $15, which includes breakfast.
Leon Lounge and Café is located at 2519 Cañada Blvd., Glendale.

DBSA OFFERS SUPPORT GROUP
Depression Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) has a support group meeting every Tuesday at Vallejo Drive Adventist Church in Glendale every Tuesday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. DBSA provides hope, help, and support through peer-based, recovery oriented empowering services, and resources when people need them and how they need to receive them.
For more information, call Wanda Sellers at (818) 352-4346, email dbsalosangelesne@yahoo.com or visit dbsalosangelesne.org.
Vallejo Drive Adventist Church, 300 Vallejo Dr., Room 106 in Glendale.

NEWS FROM FRIENDS OF THE SUNLAND-TUJUNGA BRANCH LIBRARY
The bookstore of the Friends of the Sunland-Tujunga branch of the library, which is located inside the library, is filled with used books on almost every subject. There are books on psychology, religion, self-help, cooking, classics and many more subjects. It is open during library hours (except evenings). Prices range from 10 cents to a few dollars. All books are donated.
 All monies collected from the sale of these books support the Sunland-Tujunga Branch Library in purchasing new books, DVDs and equipment. The Friends also supports programs for children and young adults as well as adults. It is a 501(c)(3) organization, so donations are tax deductible. Arrangements can be made to pick up large donations. Call the library at (818) 352-4481 to schedule a pick-up.
Sunland-Tujunga Branch Library, 7771 Foothill Blvd., Tujunga

TOPS OFFERS LOCAL MEETINGS
TOPS – Take Off Pounds Sensibly – is a self-accountability group meeting held every Monday at Center for Spiritual Living, 4845 Dunsmore Ave. (at Santa Carlotta) in La Crescenta. Weigh-in begins at 5:30 p.m. with a one-hour meeting starting at 6 p.m.
 A meeting is also held in Sunland every Thursday at New Hope Community Church, 10438 Oro Vista St. Weigh-in is at 6:30 p.m.; meeting at 7 p.m.
 For more information, please contact Lisa O. Mayo, (626) 484-0554.

FREE DIABETES COMMUNITY EDUCATION CLASS
The Diabetes Care Center at Glendale Adventist Medical Center invites the community to a free diabetes community education class held every Tuesday from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the hospital (Committee Room A).
Participants will learn more about living with diabetes – care and treatment, healthy eating strategies – the importance of blood glucose monitoring and AIC and tools for healthy life style to reduce the risk of complications.
For more information or to RSVP, call (818) 409-8100.
Glendale Adventist Medical Center (Committee Room A – Ground Floor), 1509 Wilson Terrace, Glendale

BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP AT Y
The Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA, in partnership with the La Leche League, is hosting a monthly lactation and infant development support group to help support new mothers. This monthly group meets on the third Friday of each month from noon-1 p.m.  This group is free and open to the community and will answer all breastfeeding-related questions that new mothers may have.
The Y is also offering a Mindful Parenting Course designed to help parents connect to their children and raise them to thrive. This course is adapted from the work of Dan Siegal, M.D and will focus on reducing daily stress while connecting with your child. The classes meet weekly on Tuesdays. The course is open to all and there is a fee to attend.
For more information, contact the Y at (818) 790-0123.
The Y is located at 1930 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada.