Author Archives: Sue Pascoe

Sages & Seekers Need More Participants

Posted on December 4, 2023 by Sue Pascoe

Sometimes it takes so little to make a big difference. Sometimes all it takes is listening to another person and letting them know they are heard. No judgment, no advice, just listening. Even the busiest Palisadian can volunteer for about … Continue reading →

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Potrero Pedestrian Bridge Challenged by Rim Residents

Posted on December 3, 2023 by Sue Pascoe

Many of the people opposing the Potrero Pedestrian Bridge are Canyon Rim residents, who claim they have never heard of the bridge. A bridge has been envisioned since at least 1985 and was in the final EIR* done for Potrero. … Continue reading →

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Michael Latt, Palisades High Graduate, Murdered

Posted on December 3, 2023 by Sue Pascoe

Michael Latt, 33, the son of Palisadians Michelle Satter and David Latt was killed  on November 27. A statement released by the Sundance Institute, which his mother founded in 1981, stated: “Monday evening marked a heartbreaking tragedy for Michelle Satter, … Continue reading →

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St. Matthew’s Christmas Faire Raises Money for 15 Nonprofits

Posted on December 3, 2023 by Sue Pascoe

The St. Matthew’s Christmas Faire is an annual event sponsored by the Parish to raise money for its Outreach Partners. This was the Faire’s 32 year, and it was held on November 17. Everyone who attended agreed it was a … Continue reading →

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Community Council Formed Potrero Committee, but Not Rec Center Nor Temescal Committees

Posted on November 30, 2023 by Sue Pascoe

CTN received the comment (below) and felt it raised a legitimate question about the Community Council’s intense focus on the George Wolfberg Park at Potrero. “Maryam Zar and the PPCC (Pacific Palisades Community Council) continue to sit on their hands … Continue reading →

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OBIT: James Kenney, Dentist, Photographer, Long-time Resident

Posted on November 30, 2023 by Sue Pascoe

After a great life, long-time Palisadian James Paul Kenney died on November 9 at the age of 88. He was born in Los Angeles on May 15, 1935. As a young kid, Jim spent a few years in San Angleo, … Continue reading →

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Take a Tour of the Villa Aurora

Posted on November 30, 2023 by Sue Pascoe

  The Pacific Palisades Democratic Club is hosting a docent-led tour of Villa Aurora. People are asked to assemble at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, December 7, for a 3 p.m. tour. Proceeds from ticket sales will go to PPDC and the … Continue reading →

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This Week’s Pot-Shots

Posted on November 30, 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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Holiday Season Activities Underway this Weekend

Posted on November 29, 2023 by Sue Pascoe

YMCA TREE LIGHTING: The Palisades-Malibu YMCA Christmas Tree lot will open on December 1. A tree at the entrance to Temescal Canyon Road and Sunset Boulevard will be lit at 5:30 p.m. to celebrate the opening of the tree lot. … Continue reading →

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Evening of Honor Recognizes Medal of Honor Recipients

Posted on November 29, 2023 by Sue Pascoe

An Evening of Honor was held on November 18 to recognize five Medal of Honor recipients at the Ronald Reagan American Legion Post 283. Two men had received medals for their actions during the Vietnam War: Specialist 5 James C. … Continue reading →

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