Author Archives: Sue Pascoe

Acclaimed Soprano Will Perform Here February 2

Posted on January 28, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

Raehann Bryce-Davis, who has hailed by the New York Times as a “striking mezzo soprano” and by the San Francisco Chronicle for her “electrifying sense of fearlessness,” will perform in Pacific Palisades. St. Matthew’s Music Guild will continue its 39th … Continue reading →

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Wilson, Wishnick and Wahlgren to Be Honored at Clock Dedication

Posted on January 25, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

  For resident Sam Rubin, a town clock has been a dream for 15 years. A member of P.R.I.D.E., even while working on other projects, Rubin never gave up on the idea. His first task was to find a location. … Continue reading →

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What Is It? # 12

Posted on January 25, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

  This ancient elaborately carved and painted wood panel is actually the front of a Chinese Jitney (aka litter). See the diagram below. There probably were curtains all around for privacy. There are notches at the bottom corners to fit … Continue reading →

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Weekly Pot-Shots

Posted on January 25, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

Pot Shots (Editor’s note: A reader, who is a fan of Ashleigh Brilliant (creator of Pot-Shots), has worked out an agreement with CTN that gives this newsletter the permission to use copyrighted Pot-Shots. Potshots remain the property of Ashleigh Brilliant. … Continue reading →

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Saturday Brentwood Events

Posted on January 25, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

    This Saturday, January 27, will feature two events of note for Brentwood residents. CLEANUP: Councilmember Traci Park, which represents CD 11 and Brentwood, will join residents in cleaning up the streets, during Brentwoodmeet. A resident said, “Brentwoodmeet always … Continue reading →

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Volunteers Instructed to Count Homeless: But Not THERE

Posted on January 24, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

Most people know where the homeless are in Pacific Palisades, which is generally on or near the beach or living as car dwellers parked along PCH overlooking the ocean. This year during the annual homeless count, the Los Angeles Homeless … Continue reading →

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More Reasons to Go to the Theatre Palisades

Posted on January 24, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

  Circling the News in a review for the current Theatre Palisades production of Beau Jest, wrote: “Once again, Theatre Palisades provides a well-cast, superbly acted, first-rate production of Beau Jest.” This romantic comedy provides laughs, as the main character … Continue reading →

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Crime Pacific Palisades December 31 to January 13

Posted on January 24, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

CRIME: Palisades Senior Lead Officer Brian Espin reported the following crimes that occurred in this area from December 31 to January 13. ATTEMPTED BURGLARY: January 13, 3:40 p.m. in the 1000 block of Swarthmore Avenue. Six-male suspects, exited a white … Continue reading →

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Toppel Donation Brings Volleyball to the Palisades Rec Center

Posted on January 23, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

Haldis Toppel, son Curt, daughter-in-law Nicole and daughter, handed Palisades Recreation Center Director Jasmin Dowlatshahi a check for $10,000, which will bring volleyball to the Center. “I’m so pleased that we are able to bring the sport to the children … Continue reading →

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Oscar Nominations: Cooper, Spielberg, Downey Jr.

Posted on January 23, 2024 by Sue Pascoe

By BERNICE FOX “Grateful” is how Bradley Cooper feels about the Oscar nominations for Maestro. Cooper, who lives in Pacific Palisades, is nominated for acting, writing and producing the film about Leonard Bernstein. In total, the movie has seven nominations. … Continue reading →

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