Author Archives: Sue Pascoe

Pot-Shots Continued

Posted on December 11, 2023 by Sue Pascoe

(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. To view … Continue reading →

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What Is It? # 7

Posted on December 11, 2023 by Sue Pascoe

For years, resident Howard Yonet has supported the students at the Santa Monica Community College Art Department by purchasing several of the glass plates/objects. He hopes that you were able to attend the glass sale this past Sunday at Simon … Continue reading →

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The Palisadian-Post Has Moved – to Canoga Park!

Posted on December 10, 2023 by Sue Pascoe

The Palisadian-Post, which was founded as The Palisadian in 1928 and remained a weekly institution for decades, has moved out of Pacific Palisades to an office suite on Victory Boulevard in Canoga Park. Owner Alan Smolinisky, who lives in the … Continue reading →

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Free Radio Show at Theatre Palisades

Posted on December 10, 2023 by Sue Pascoe

The Theatre Palisades Actors’ Troupe will hold its 10th annual Christmas Radio Show, “A Christmas Carol” on Wednesday, December 13. This free performance at Pierson Playhouse starts at 7 p.m. in the lobby as people eat cookies and drink Martha … Continue reading →

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Library Offers Great Activities December 10-19

Posted on December 10, 2023 by Sue Pascoe

HEALTHY BRAIN HABITS Alzheimer’s LA will provide tips for keeping one’s brain healthy. There will be a discussion of age-related changes in memory and thinking. They will speak about the risk factors for dementia and ways to keep one’s brain … Continue reading →

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HO!HO!HO! Features Santa and Free Food

Posted on December 7, 2023 by Sue Pascoe

HO!HO!HO! which will take place on Saturday, December 9, at Simon Meadow, will feature Santa, Mrs. Claus and the reingoats. But that’s not all. There’s entertainment that starts at 1 p.m. with the Fancy Feet Dancers and ends at 3:30 … Continue reading →

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George Wolfberg Park Bathrooms Fixed: Sewer Line Blockage

Posted on December 7, 2023 by Sue Pascoe

The George Wolfberg bathrooms at Potrero are state-of-the-art. One presses a button to enter. A friendly voice tells a patron they have 10 minutes to finish their “business.” The bathroom cleans itself after every 30 uses. There is a nozzle … Continue reading →

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Viewpoint: Bridge Facts: Bridge Emotion

Posted on December 7, 2023 by Sue Pascoe

At the Zoom community meeting held on December 5 about the proposed pedestrian bridge between George Wolfberg Park and the Will Rogers State Beach parking lot, all the facts were trotted out, again. They included: The Coastal Commission allowed the … Continue reading →

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Local Residents Start Fundraiser for Todd Tharen

Posted on December 6, 2023 by Sue Pascoe

Todd Tharen, an athletic presence in Pacific Palisades as coach, teacher and trainer, has been diagnosed with colon cancer. Tharen is scheduled for surgery this week. While the prognosis is good because the disease was caught early, he will need … Continue reading →

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Local Theater Volunteer Killed in a Hit and Run

Posted on December 6, 2023 by Sue Pascoe

  Ira Kosberg, who volunteered in the booth for Theatre Palisades at Pierson Playhouse, was killed on November 18 as he was crossing Sepulveda Boulevard in Sherman Oaks. Theatre Palisades Board Member Martha Hunter told CTN that he was a … Continue reading →

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