Monthly Archives: February 2020

Youth Crime and Misbehavior Highlighted at Business Improvement District Meeting

At the quarterly Pacific Palisades Business Improvement District meeting on Wednesday at the Chamber office, Senior Lead Officer Michael Moore heard from two members who have been impacted by juvenile crime. Topa Property Group executive Kristina Shahidi told Moore that their … Continue reading

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George Wolfberg Memorial Service and Burial Information: Pacific Palisades Community Council Offers ‘In Memoriam”

On February 5, Circling the News received the following message about the passing of George Wolfberg. Hello Family and Friends, It is with a heavy heart that we announce the loss of our husband and father, George Wolfberg this afternoon. … Continue reading

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Optimist Club Grant Applications Are Available

The Pacific Palisades Optimist Club, whose motto is “Friend of Youth” and whose goal is to “Bring Out the Best in Kids,” will once again make annual grants to youth organizations based in the Palisades or those that provide services that … Continue reading

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Pacific Palisades Art Show and Meeting

Artist Shirley Peppers’ art will be featured in the Palisades Library community room, 851 Alma Real. The opening reception is 5:30 to 7:30 on Friday, February 7 and the show will run through February 28. The Pacific Palisades Art Association … Continue reading

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“As the Park Board Turns”–Bocce, Parking and Potrero Canyon: What You Need to Know

Carol Burnett used to have a recurring sketch on her television show called “As the Stomach Turns,” which was a parody of soap operas. Many times, in the sketch, actors would forget their lines, or answer the door before the … Continue reading

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A Singing Valentine Gift Is the Perfect Solution

Your special loved one doesn’t want jewels or more material possessions. Your special loved one doesn’t want chocolates, because they’re watching their diet. Your special loved one doesn’t want flowers, because they grow year-round in Pacific Palisades. So what does … Continue reading

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Coastal Hearing Scheduled for Proposed Single-Family Mansion at 405 Puerto Del Mar

  A Coastal Commission hearing for 405 Puerto Del Mar, located on the Asilomar bluffs, is scheduled for 9 a.m. Wednesday, February 12, at Long Beach City Hall, 411 West Ocean Blvd. According to the notice, the Commission will hear … Continue reading

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Palisades Symphony to Play February 9; Nonprofit Seeks Donations to Meet Rising Costs 

The Pacific Palisades Symphony, conducted by Joel B. Lish, will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, February 8, at the Palisades Lutheran Church, 15905 Sunset Blvd. Admission, as always, is free. The orchestra will play Johann Sebastian Bach’s “Suite No. … Continue reading

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Shingles: Get Your Shots as Soon as Possible–Don’t Procrastinate Like This Editor

Yes, I developed shingles. I’ve been battling this nasty little virus for two weeks and I’m still not completely healed. Did I get the new-generation vaccination, which is recommended for anyone over 50? Funny you should ask. Several months ago, … Continue reading

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Palisadian Emma Turner Asks for Support in Tanzania,  Where the Lifted Strong Organization Empowers Women

Some might remember Emma Turner as a child, when during the Fourth of July concert at Palisades High, she was found by the stage because her father Keith had volunteered to organize the concert. His civic involvement, despite his demanding … Continue reading

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