By Natalie MAIER On Friday night, the Lincoln Elementary School auditorium was transformed into a retro dance hall for the annual father/daughter dance. This year’s theme harkened back to the 1950s: “Let’s go to the Hop.” According to Kathy Ranek, the main organizer of the dance, around 195 people took the opportunity to dress in […]
Natalie MAIER The YMCA and Pfizer Inc. have launched a new program for seniors at the two local Ys. “50 Moving Forward” is intended to help inspire and encourage adults 50 years and older to learn about healthy eating habits, participate in physical activities and take preventive measures for their health, such as getting vaccinations […]
By Natalie MAIER On March 22, the Crescenta-Cañada Pet Hospital had a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate its recently finished remodel of the facilities and its anniversary. A short tour was given by CCPH owner Dr. James “J.D.” Speas around the hospital. “[The pet hospital] is 55 years old,” said Speas. “She needed a facelift.” […]
By Natalie MAIER and Maddy PUMILIA Dilbeck Real Estate with other La Cañada Flintridge merchants sponsored the 18th annual Easter Celebration at Memorial Park in La Cañada on Saturday. “It’s just a community event and it’s open to kids of all ages,” said Hana Lui, emcee for Easter in the Park. “What I really like […]
By Natalie MAIER For the past seven years, Mountain Avenue Elementary School has hosted the Missoula’s Children’s Theatre (MCT), an international non-profit organization dedicated to bringing the performing arts to elementary schools across the globe. Based in Missoula, Mont., MCT has been around for over 40 years. In 2012, more than 65,000 children in […]
By Natalie MAIER “Thank you for your service!” “Thank you.” “We appreciate your service.” Middle school students formed a line to high-five veterans on March 6 at Rosemont’s Walk-a-thon, a fundraiser for the Veterans Memorial Wall at Two Strike Park. The walk-a-thon was hosted by the California Junior Scholarship Federation (CJSF), which emphasizes high standards […]
By Natalie MAIER Glendale NewPress and Glendale Adventist Medical Center have partnered to bring the sixth annual Downtown Dash to Brand Boulevard on March 10. Starting in front of the Alex Theatre, the 5K run/walk and will race through the Americana and then back up Brand. All proceeds from the dash will go toward GAMC […]
By Natalie MAIER Those who visited the La Crescenta Library on Saturday afternoon were greeted by a savory aroma emanating from the upstairs meeting room. A free vegetarian cooking demonstration took place from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. that was hosted by Green Menu. About 30 community members stirred impatiently in their seats, keen on […]
By Natalie MAIER Crescenta Valley High School, in conjunction with the Crescenta-Cañada YMCA, will be having its second Many Opportunities Volunteering and Employment (M.O.V.E.) Fair on Thursday, Feb 21 in the high school quad from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. “The purpose is to bring volunteer organizations and employers together with the high school students […]
By Natalie MAIER Polished silver plates, teapots and cups lined the tables in the clubhouse. Antique one-of-a-kind treasures stood proudly, ready to be discovered – and purchased. The occasion was the first La Crescenta Woman’s Club Antique and Collectibles Sale and Appraisal event at their clubhouse on Saturday, Feb. 2. A total of 11 tables […]