Category Archives: Books

Stuntwoman Diane Peterson Entertained Palisades Rotary

Posted on June 13, 2023 by Sue

Stuntwoman Diane Peterson was a luncheon Rotary speaker at Modo Mio restaurant. She was asked, “How much would you charge to go through that glass window?” “Five thousand,” she said immediately. Peterson’s journey from actress to stuntwoman to author provided … Continue reading →

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Book Review—”The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece”

Posted on May 23, 2023 by Sue

In the first chapter of Tom Hanks’ book The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece, we’re introduced to writer Joe Shaw and a famous movie producer Bill Johnson. The producer asks Shaw “What films do you hate—walk out of? … Continue reading →

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Award-Winning Author Cauffiel to Sign Book at Collections on Antioch

Posted on May 20, 2023 by Sue

  New York Times bestselling author Lowell Cauffiel will read and sign copies of his latest hardcover, Below the Line: A Hollywood Crime Novel, at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 24, at Collections Antiques and Books. The event is free … Continue reading →

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The Mystery Happens in Venice, But Will Be Discussed Here

Posted on May 14, 2023 by Sue

  The next meeting of the Mysterious Book Club, a group of readers who love mystery and suspense, will be at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 16 at the Palisades Library Community Room, 861 Alma Real. The group is reading … Continue reading →

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SHARK! Author Coming to Palisades Library

Posted on May 7, 2023 by Sue

If you have children in grades k-3, or grandchildren in that age bracket, mark your calendar for 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10. Barbara Birenbaum, the adult Palisade Branch Librarian wrote on May 4, “We have a last minute very … Continue reading →

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Two Exciting Speakers Slated for Pacific Palisades on Tuesday

Posted on May 7, 2023 by Sue

    Optimist Club Welcomes Dr. Ericka Gair Dr. Ericka Gair, who joined the Pacific Palisades Medical Group in 2021, will be the speaker for the Optimist Club that will meet at 9:45 a.m. on Tuesday, May 9, at Janes … Continue reading →

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Free Copy of a Book that Won National Book Award Book

Posted on April 19, 2023 by Sue

The Los Angeles Public Library is urging patrons to take part in the National Endowment for the Arts “Big Read.” The selection this year is “Interior Chinatown” by Charles Yu and there will be free copies available at the Palisades … Continue reading →

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Ziba Perez Oversees Teens and Young Adults at Library

Posted on April 13, 2023 by Sue

  Ziba Perez is the Young Adult Librarian at Palisades Branch Library, bringing enthusiasm and a plethora of experience to her job. When Perez was in elementary school, she would walk with her best friend to the Los Altos Neighborhood … Continue reading →

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Entertainment Briefs Focusing on Palisades Stars

Posted on April 12, 2023 by Sue

By BERNICE FOX There’s lots going on with some current and former Palisadians in the entertainment business, on-screen and off. Here’s a brief look.   JULIA LOUIS-DREYFUS Julia Louis-Dreyfus has entered the world of podcasting. She’s the host of a … Continue reading →

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Stuntwoman Diane Peterson Will Speak at Rotary Meeting.

Posted on April 12, 2023 by Sue

Author and Hollywood stuntwoman Diane Peterson will speak at the next Palisades Rotary meeting. To hear her talk and have a chance to learn more about the Palisades Rotary, RSVP now to Nancyk9sar@gmail.com. Peterson, who has been a professional stuntwoman … Continue reading →

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