Author Archives: Sue Pascoe

Young Adult Librarian Ziba Perez Promoted

Posted on October 16, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

Ziba Perez, Palisades Young Adult Librarian, has received a promotion and her last day at the Palisades Library was Wednesday, October 16. Just shy of two years at this location, Perez will next work as a Young Adult Librarian III … Continue reading →

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“Mokusatsu” Official LA City/County Policy to Residents

Posted on October 16, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

By TIM CAMPBELL In the summer of 1945, once the US knew the atomic bomb worked, the western Allies issued an ultimatum to Japan: surrender or face complete destruction.  The Japanese government met each call to surrender with what is … Continue reading →

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James Corman Wins Library Writing Contest

Posted on October 16, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

The annual summer youth writing contest winners were announced at a ceremony at the Palisades Library on October 9. The contest, with the theme “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to . .. ” opened in June and closed … Continue reading →

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Southbound PCH Closure Alert

Posted on October 16, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

The City of Santa Monica issued a Pacific Coast High closure at the McClure Tunnel, today, at 7:40 a.m. releasing the following statement “Due to a brush fire, East and West Bound Santa Monica Freeway will be closed between the … Continue reading →

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Before Voting, Examine LAUSD’s Measure US

Posted on October 15, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

The Los Angeles Unified School District is asking voters to approve a $9 billion bond, Measure US, in the upcoming November election. If LAUSD’ Measure US were to pass, it would authorize $9 billion that would have to be paid … Continue reading →

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Receive a Free Flu Shot this Weekend

Posted on October 15, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

The Pacific Palisades Woman’s Club will be holding its annual “drive thru” free Flu & Covid Vaccine Clinic from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, October 19. The club is located at 901 Haverford Avenue. The vaccines will be administered … Continue reading →

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L.A. County Protects the Vote for Criminals

Posted on October 15, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

  Many residents may have missed the Los Angeles Country Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk September 24 press release that it was honored for its in-prison voting system for criminals. Dean C. Logan, the County Clerk, announced that the National Association of Election Officials (Election Center) … Continue reading →

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Bank Heist Took First Place in the Scribe Category

Posted on October 15, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

  The annual summer youth writing contest winners were announced at a ceremony at the Palisades Library on October 9. The contest, with the theme “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to . .. ” opened in June and … Continue reading →

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Take Time to Nominate ‘Citizen’ and ‘Sparkplug’ Activists for Annual Awards

Posted on October 14, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

Almost every year since 1947, a Pacific Palisades resident has been honored as Citizen of the Year. That person is selected for his or her outstanding volunteer service, underscored by a recent notable accomplishment that resulted in a substantial benefit … Continue reading →

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Will Rogers Movie Deal Includes Popcorn and a Drink: Oct. 17

Posted on October 14, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

Bill Hamm, the interpretative director at the Will Rogers Historic State Park, invites residents to a screening of the 1934 Will Rogers movie Judge Priest at the Bay Theater at 1035 Swarthmore. The movie, directed by John Ford, will screen … Continue reading →

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