Monthly Archives: January 2020

Helping the Mentally Ill Homeless Is a Money Game

Posted on January 31, 2020 by Sue

Why does society allow people who are obviously mentally ill to live on the streets? These people forage for food, lack adequate sanitation resources and sleep on sidewalks. They often talk to themselves and shout at voices that rack their … Continue reading →

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OBITUARY: Fred Silverman, a Palisadian and a Legendary Television Executive at Three Networks

Posted on January 31, 2020 by Sue

September 13, 1937 – January 30, 2020 Riviera resident Fred Silverman, 82, died from cancer at his home on January 30. He was a legendary and influential programming executive, who worked for CBS, ABC and NBC. Raised in Rego Park, … Continue reading →

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Plastic Bottles for Babies Totals More than 10,000

Posted on January 31, 2020 by Sue

Francesca Chase, the Bottles for Babies founder, hosted a celebration on January 10 to commemorate the collection of more than 10,000 plastic bottles that were recycled from Pacific Palisades. The CRV money was used to buy baby food and diapers for … Continue reading →

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Pacific Palisades Crimes through January 24

Posted on January 30, 2020 by Sue

LAPD Pacific Palisades Senior Lead Officer Michael Moore released the crimes recorded in Pacific Palisades from January 10 to 24. BURLARY THEFT FROM VEHICLE January 10 to 13, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., I the 16600 block of Marquez Avenue. … Continue reading →

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Expert Ramis Sadrieh Examines the Upside and Downside of Technology Advances

Posted on January 30, 2020 by Sue

“Unless we learn to use technology properly, it will be the demise of mankind,” said Ramis Sadrieh of TechnologyForYou at the January 28 Optimist Club meeting in Janes Hall at the Palisades Presbyterian Church. Annually, Sadrieh attends the Consumer Technology … Continue reading →

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Succulent Expert to Speak at Garden Club Meeting

Posted on January 30, 2020 by Sue

Succulents are some of the most successful plants grown in Southern California yards because of low water and high sun requirements. They also make a delightful house plant. The Pacific Palisades Garden Club will host guest speaker Jeff Moore, who has … Continue reading →

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Genesis Invitational Set for Riviera February 10-16

Posted on January 30, 2020 by Sue

Your chance to watch Tiger Woods, one of the all-time great golfers, play locally is a bargain, starting at $19.92 for an admission ticket. The 2020 Genesis Invitational (February 10 through 16) at the Riviera Country Club will be an … Continue reading →

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Captain Jonathan Tom Takes Charge of West L.A. Police Division

Posted on January 28, 2020 by Sue

There’s a new captain in town–Captain Jonathan Tom. On January 6, he took command of the West Los Angeles police division, which includes Pacific Palisades and Brentwood. Many police officers come from a family that is long-rooted in the LAPD, … Continue reading →

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We Found the Newest Member of Our Family at Wallis Annenberg PetSpace 

Posted on January 28, 2020 by Sue

They say dogs and their owners look alike. That’s why when I adopted last Saturday, I picked a dog with hair issues and bad eyes. Captain Quinn, the family’s new dog, has absolutely gorgeous hair. It will need to be … Continue reading →

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OBITUARY: Carolyn Serling, Long-time Resident, Ithaca College Trustee

Posted on January 28, 2020 by Sue

February 3, 1929 to January 9, 2020 Carolyn Kramer Serling, 90, a long-time resident of Pacific Palisades, died in her home here on January 9. The widow of screen writer and “Twilight Zone” creator Rod Serling, she was the executive … Continue reading →

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