Author Archives: Sue

Building Permit Waivers Go Before Full Council Tuesday

Posted on November 27, 2025 by Sue

(Editor’s note: At the Turkey Trot today,  CTN found out that at the December 2 City Council meeting, councilmembers will discuss and vote on building fee waivers for rebuild. I’ll update the story with parking and other talking points, once … Continue reading →

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Y-Christmas Tree Lot Opens Friday, November 28

Posted on November 27, 2025 by Sue

Palisades-Malibu Lowe YMCA Christmas Tree lot will open on Black Friday, November 28. There will be trees, wreaths and garland available. Hours are 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Executive … Continue reading →

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Reflections of Palisades Thanksgivings Past

Posted on November 26, 2025 by Sue

Almost any relative, family member living outside of California, welcomed an invitation to a Thanksgiving Dinner in Los Angeles and specifically to Pacific Palisades because of the fine weather and the beautiful views of mountains and the ocean. For the … Continue reading →

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The Church Burned. The Spirit Is Alive

Posted on November 26, 2025 by Sue

Corpus Christi Catholic Church, located less than a block from Fire Station 69, burned in the January Palisades Fire. The church, built in 1964, had a mid-century modernist design created by the Los Angeles-based firm AC Martin Architects. The interior … Continue reading →

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Westedge Features Palisades Panel at Design Fair

Posted on November 26, 2025 by Sue

More than 9,000 people toured the 10th annual Westedge Design Fair that was held at the Barker Hanger in Santa Monica November 20-22. The fair showcased the best in modern design and premium home furnishings from art to cabinet handles … Continue reading →

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Palisades Long Term Recovery Group Hosts PopUp

Posted on November 25, 2025 by Sue

The  Palisades Long Term Recovery Group, in conjunction with Rotary District 5280 and GEM hosted a recovery popup on November 22, 2025, from noon to 3 p.m. at the Ronald Reagan American Legion Post 283. The event was solely for … Continue reading →

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A Window Between Worlds Offers Community Wellness Day

Posted on November 25, 2025 by Sue

All are invited to join A Window Between Worlds (AWBW) for a community wellness day “Art in Times of Crisis” and Kintsugi-Inspired Art Workshop via zoom from 1 to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, December 2.  AWBW supports hundreds of direct … Continue reading →

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Documentary about Composer Springer Oscar Qualified

Posted on November 25, 2025 by Sue

More Than Santa Baby is more than a song; it’s more than just a documentary about the legendary composer Philip Springer; it’s the product of love and belief. Daughter Tamar Springer, who wrote and produced the film said, “I have … Continue reading →

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Bread Stuffing for Thanksgiving (or Any Special Occasion)

Posted on November 25, 2025 by Sue

At the YMCA Community Thanksgiving Dinner in Simon Meadow the stuffing was so spectacular, that I asked if the chef would share the recipe. Kensington employee Richard Mooney asked and Chef Marvin Herrera graciously shared his delicious creation.

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“Let It Burn” California State’s Topanga Policy

Posted on November 24, 2025 by Sue

California State Parks in its Wildfire Management Plan and Local Operating Agreement for Topanga State Park, noted on page 15. “Unless specified otherwise, State Parks prefers to let Topanga State Park burn in a wildfire event.” That December 2024 policy allowed the … Continue reading →

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