Rosemont Preserve Open Gate Morning

An “open gate” event is taking place at the Rosemont Preserve on Saturday morning, Oct. 1. This is a chance for residents to visit the Preserve and wander the trail at their own pace and enjoy the tranquil setting, the wildlife and the natural beauty. Photographers: bring your camera to capture the morning light and citizen scientists, bring your iNaturalist and Merlin apps to identify birds and add wildlife sightings!

The gate will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., and Friends of the Rosemont Preserve Committee members will be available to answer questions and present this community resource.

The Preserve is located at the north end of Rosemont Avenue, just past the chain link fence. As street parking is limited, please park at Two Strike Park, 5107 Rosemont Ave. Those with mobility issues who require a closer parking spot should contact the Rosemont Preserve Committee.

Those planning on walking the trails should wear sturdy shoes and bring water to drink.  

This event is free to the public and suitable for all ages; no reservations required. Rain cancels. Sorry, no pets please.  

For further information, contact the Friends of the Rosemont Preserve at RosemontFriends@gmail.com.

GCC Art Gallery Features Solo Show ‘Popular Vote’ 

“Popular Vote,” a solo exhibition featuring the work of Marisa J. Futernick, opens at the Glendale Community College Art Gallery on Oct. 1.  

Futernick’s work explores the promise of the American Dream and calls attention to the inherent flexibility and fickleness of contemporary political discourse.

“Popular Vote” runs from Oct. 1 through Nov. 18. Events include a public reception with the artist on Saturday, Oct. 1 from 4 to 7 p.m. There will also be a get-out-the-vote poster making workshop on Friday, Oct. 21 from noon to 3 p.m., and a panel discussion on art and civic engagement on Wednesday, Nov. 2 from 12:20 to 1:30 p.m.

All events are free and open to the public.  

The Art Gallery will be open Monday through Friday from 12 to 5 p.m. and is located on the third floor of the Library Building.  

Racking-Bottling-Labeling Event Hosted by StoneBarn Vineyard Conservancy

StoneBarn Vineyard Conservancy is hosting a Racking-Bottling-Labeling event on Saturday, Oct. 1 from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Discussion is also planned of the latest harvest, grape varieties, terroir and participants’ questions. Tasting and note taking included.

For further information please call Stuart Byles at (818) 249-2414.

Smart DriverTEK Workshop Offered

The community is invited to a Smart DriverTEK workshop being held on Thursday, Oct. 5 at Bob Smith Toyota.

This 90-minute workshop offers an interactive way to stay up-to-date with the latest safety technology in participants’ current and future cars. Participants will learn about what new technologies are available, how they work and how they can improve a driver’s piece of mind.

The free workshop is from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Register at www.aarp.org/sdtekinperson or call (877) 805-0458

Bob Smith Toyota, 3333 Foothill Blvd., La Crescenta

Mailing Begins of Sample Ballots

On Tuesday it was announced that the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) began mailing sample ballots to all registered voters for the 2022 General Election. The sample ballot contains critical election information related to candidates, measures and how to safely vote by mail or in-person in this election.

Sample ballots are mailed continuously through Oct. 14. Vote by Mail ballots in this election is scheduled to begin mailing on Oct. 6.

The RR/CC provides translated election materials in 18 different languages. Voters can request to receive their materials in their preferred language by returning the Language Request Form on the back of the Sample Ballot Book, or by calling (800) 815-2666, option 3.

In mid-October the RR/CC will issue a separate mailing to all registered voters displaying the nearest Vote Center locations to the voter’s residence.

Friends of La Crescenta Library

The Friends of La Crescenta Library invites the community to its members’ only library book presale. Membership is available, too, by joining at the door or at the library ahead of time. (Memberships are based on a calendar year.)

The members’ only presale is on Friday, Oct. 7 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the library, 2809 Foothills Blvd.

The library book sale is open to the general public on Saturday, Oct. 8 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.