Atwater Village News - blog http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/ Welcome to the best online source for Atwater Village news and commentaries. This site is powered by Friends of Atwater Village (FAV). For more information about FAV or to subscribe to our e-updates please contact us at news@friendsofatwatervillage.org or visit us at www.friendsofatwatervillage.org. BOOKMARK WWW.ATWATERVILLAGENEWS.ORG FOR DIRECT ACCESS TO THIS SITE. en Copyright 2008 Thu, 03 Jul 2008 13:01:43 -0800 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/?v=3.2ysb5-20051201 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Pamela Burgess Named Theodore Payne Foundation's First Artist-in-Residence April 1, 2008 thru December 31, 2008

As you stroll the Foundation’s grounds this summer, you may notice a woman intently sketching a plant part – or, more precisely, the shadow of that plant part. The woman you’re watching is Pamela Burgess, TPF’s first Artist-in-Residence. 

Pamela’s residency at Theodore Payne covers a nine-month period from April 1 through December 31, 2008. During this time, she will produce a body of work in various media based on California native plants found in the Foundation’s gardens and nursery. She will also teach classes, the first of which, “An Introduction to Field Journals,” was held in April. Her residency culminates with an exhibition of “shadow drawings,” journals and sculpture running October through December in the Theodore Payne Art Gallery. 

Pamela’s career spans the graphic and fine arts. Her sculptures in steel and stone, and found natural materials led to a fine furniture line, a large-scale sculpture commission in downtown Los Angeles, and exhibitions at Occidental College and the Los Angeles County Museum Rental Gallery. Recent exhibitions include Metro Gallery in Los Angeles and the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum in Tucson.

In addition to working with nature and art, Pamela is active in the community. She is a member of the Board of Directors of the Citizens Committee to Save Elysian Park (since 1996), and in 2007, she was appointed to the City of Los Angeles Elysian Park Master Plan Oversight Committee.  She is a member of the Southern California Horticultural Society, and the Sierra Club Camera Committee (Angeles Chapter).

Pamela’s work is motivated by a fascination with nature and its materials, and a reverence for craftsmanship.  Each of her drawings represents the shadow cast by a botanical and captures a moment in time - the transitory nature of life.  They are intended to express a kind of serenity similar to a direct experience of nature.

We’re delighted to have her at the Foundation!

Theodore Payne Foundation

10459 Tuxford Street

Sun Valley, CA 91352-2116

(818) 768-1802

www.theodorepayne.org

Hours:

Summer (July 1 - October 13)

Thurs-  Sat, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.  

Closed: Sunday – Wednesday

Regular (October 14 - June 30)

Tues - Sat, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Closed Sunday - Monday

]]> http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/07/pamela_burgess_named_theodore.html http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/07/pamela_burgess_named_theodore.html Art & Education Thu, 03 Jul 2008 13:01:43 -0800 Historic Protection for Griffith Park? Here's How You Can Help

Griffith Park's nomination for Los Angeles Historic Cultural Monument status is gaining friends. The Federation of Canyon and Hillside Associations, an umbrella organization of 36 residential associations ranging from Glassell Park to Pacific Palisades has thrown its support behind the initiative. The Los Feliz Improvement Association, the city's oldest residential association and largest in the Griffith Park area, has voted unanimously to do the same. Starting next week, other community groups and associations including neighborhood councils, will consider endorsing the Griffith J. Griffith Family Trust's application. View information about the Park's historic significance and the application itself at:

www.lfia.org

www.hollywoodunitednc.org

www.ggpnc.org

Read about the designation process and its meaning at:

http://preservation.lacity.org

]]> http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/06/historic_protection_for_griffi.html http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/06/historic_protection_for_griffi.html L.A. River & Parks Sun, 15 Jun 2008 16:57:42 -0800 2,000 CITIZENS MOBILIZE TO CLEAN UP L.A. RIVER Diverse community groups join forces to restore urban oasis, share cultures

Saturday, June 14, 8:45 a.m.

WHAT: An ethnically diverse group of 2,000 volunteers unites to clean up the soft-bottomed Glendale Narrows section of the Los Angeles River. Southland community groups Heal the Bay, the Pacific American Volunteer Assn., the NAACP and Anahuak Soccer Assn. come together for a day of hands-on environmental stewardship and cross-cultural connection.

WHERE: Griffith Park Recreation Center, 3401 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, CA   90027
                       
WHEN:  Saturday, June 14, 8:45-11:30 a.m.

WHO:  Honorable Eric Garcetti, President, Los Angeles City Council, Dr. Mark Gold, President, Heal the Bay Tiger Kang, President, Pacific American Volunteers Assn., Dr. Geraldine Washington, President, Los Angeles Chapter of the NAACP, Raul Macias, President, Anahuak Soccer Assn.
                       
Photo opportunities: A multicultural citizens’ army spreading out over miles of river to remove debris, Volunteers enjoying supplied Korean BBQ after clean up, Unique flora and fauna in little known soft-bottomed river section

WHY:  The L.A. River is something we all have in common. Only if all communities work together will we be able to restore and revitalize California’s natural settings. The Los Angeles River faces threats from trash, pollution and overdevelopment. The willow-filled Narrows section is home to several animal species. It has become a community hub, serving as an oasis of tranquility in an otherwise urbanized setting of concrete and traffic noise.

MORE:  All community members invited to participate. No experience or special tools required. Bring hat, sunscreen and drinking water. Instructions in English, Spanish and Korean.

CONTACTS: Matthew King, Heal the Bay, (310) 451-1500; Tiger Kang , PAVA, (213) 252-8290; x137; Vic Bulluck, NAACP,  (323) 938-5268; Miguel Luna, Anahuak Soccer Assn., (818) 568-9139

 

]]> http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/06/2000_citizens_mobilize_to_clea.html http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/06/2000_citizens_mobilize_to_clea.html L.A. River & Parks Tue, 10 Jun 2008 21:31:08 -0800 "Insidious Bliss: an LA River Story" A You Tube video: "A doc about homeless meth addicts living on the LA river, by Atwater Village. Narrated by "the Deliman" and set to a score by Blac A doc about homeless meth addicts living on the LA river, by Atwater Village. Narrated by "the Deliman" and set to a score by Black Mountain."

Click here for You Tube video

]]> http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/06/insidious_bliss_an_la_river_st.html http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/06/insidious_bliss_an_la_river_st.html L.A. River & Parks Tue, 10 Jun 2008 21:13:37 -0800 Reminder: Neighborhood Watch Mtg. Wednesday 6/11/08 6:30 p.m. Atwater Library ATWATER VILLAGE NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETING
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
6:30 p.m.
Atwater Village Branch Library
3379 Glendale Blvd.
Los Angeles 90039
ATWATER VILLAGE HOMICIDE

There was a gang related shooting, Saturday, June 7, 2008 at approximately 7:45 p.m. near Perlita Avenue and Veselich Avenue in Atwater Village.  A 20-year old man was shot and killed.  Our LAPD Senior Lead Officer Gina Chovan has requested homicide and gang officers be in attendance at the Neighborhood Watch Meeting to address questions and concerns surrounding the homicide.

If you are unable to attend the meeting and have questions, comments or concerns, please email or call me.  I will present them at the meeting.
Thank you.
Carol Moore
323-481-9749
iloveatwater@yahoo.com
]]> http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/06/reminder_neighborhood_watch_mt.html http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/06/reminder_neighborhood_watch_mt.html Crime Tue, 10 Jun 2008 18:02:57 -0800 Lummis Day Festival Draws 9,000 Approximately 9,000 people attended events at Lummis Home, Casa de Adobe and Sycamore Grove Park on Sunday June 1 for the 3rd annual Lummis Day Festival. The peak crowd of over 6,000 that gathered as Jackson Browne took the Sycamore Grove stage set a record for an event at that venue.

Scores of community volunteers, including students from local high schools, local church groups and the members of the Native American group, Changing Spirits, kept the event running smoothly. Despite the large numbers of Festivalgoers, police reported no incidents.

The fourth annual Lummis Day Festival will be held on Sunday, June 7, it was announced by the Lummis Day Community Foundation.

The Lummis Day Festival was presented by the Annenberg Foundation and the Autry National Center. Sponsors included the Department of Recreation and Parks, the Arroyo Seco, Eagle Rock, Greater Cypress Park and Historic Highland Park Neighborhood Councils, KMEX Univision 34, Fox KTTV 11, public radio station KPFK 90.7, the Arroyo Seco Journal, Poets & Writers, Inc, SIPA, the North Figueroa Association, Ed Reyes and Council District 1, Jose Huizar and Los Angeles City Council District 14, Red Bull, Modern Image Business Design, the Highland Park Heritage Trust, the Mount Washington Association and the L.A. Poetry Festival.

]]> http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/06/lummis_day_festival_draws_9000.html http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/06/lummis_day_festival_draws_9000.html General News Wed, 04 Jun 2008 22:14:45 -0800 REMINDER: Atwater Village Neighborhood Watch Mtg. Wednesday 6/11/08 6:30 p.m. Please join us for the Atwater Village Neighborhood Watch Meeting

Wednesday, June 11, 2008

6:30 p.m.

Atwater Village Branch Library

3379 Glendale Blvd.

Los Angeles 90039

Find out about crime in your community.

View crime maps for the area where you live or work in the City of Los Angeles:

www.lapdcrimemaps.org

Sign up for E-Policing and receive email alerts and bulletins from your area officers:

www.lapdepolicing.org

Feel free to call or email me with any questions. 

Thanks!

Carol Moore

323-481-9749

iloveatwater@yahoo.com

]]> http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/06/reminder_atwater_village_neigh_2.html http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/06/reminder_atwater_village_neigh_2.html Crime Tue, 03 Jun 2008 14:23:34 -0800 DROUGHT TOLERANT PLANT SALE SUCCULENTS, CACTI, EUPHORBIAS

SUNDAY JUNE 8, 2008  11-4

ATWATER VILLAGE STREET FESTIVAL

GO GREEN: REPLACE YOUR LAWN WITH A WATER WISE GARDEN

LESS CHEMICAL’S, LESS WATER, LESS POLLUTION

MAINTAINING MOTHER EARTH

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(323) 913-1376

BONDED & INSURED

CALIFORNIA LICENSE # 818049-C-2

www.maintainmotherearth.com

323-913-1376

]]> http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/06/drought_tolerant_plant_sale.html http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/06/drought_tolerant_plant_sale.html Mon, 02 Jun 2008 17:34:45 -0800 AVNC Bylaws Revision Committee Meeting, Thurs. June 5, 7PM UPDATE - RESCHEDULED TO JUNE 5 FROM MAY 28!

Meeting of the Bylaws Committee
7:00 PM Thursday June 5, 2008

Christ's Church at Griffith Park - Community Room
3852 Edenhurst Ave.
Los Angeles, California 90039

1. Call to Order & Roll Call (7:00 PM) (5 min)

2. Public Comments - Public comments are welcomed, but limited to 2 minutes per speaker.

3. New Business: a.) OP Presentation and Action: Revising the AVNC Bylaws (Phillip Alexander)

4. Next Meeting T.B.A.

5. Adjournment (7:45PM)

]]> http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/05/avnc_bylaws_revision_committee.html http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/05/avnc_bylaws_revision_committee.html Government & Politics Fri, 30 May 2008 20:34:16 -0800 Atwater Village Neighborhood Watch Meeting - June 11, 6:30PM Wednesday, June 11th @ 6:30 p.m.
Atwater Village Public Library (3379 Glendale Blvd.) ]]> http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/05/atwater_village_neighborhood_w_15.html http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/05/atwater_village_neighborhood_w_15.html Crime Fri, 30 May 2008 20:33:05 -0800 Sundays in June at the Atwater Village Farmers' Market

Pick up your nectarines, cherries, and apricots now in season at the market!!! 

6/1 - Fruit and Veggie Coloring Table. Children of AVFM can color fruits and veggies while parents shop! Celebrate eating healthy!

6/8 - Cherry Sunday at AVFM! Cherry tasting at the SEE-LA information booth! Try the many different varieties of cherries that our farmers have to offer! Pick up your cherries while they are at their peak!

6/15 - Happy Father's Day! AVFM dads get a $1 coupon, redeemable on Father's Day at the market! Good with any vendor or farmer at the AVFM. 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Free face painting by Liza!

6/22 - Happy Anniversary AVFM!!! Celebrate our 3rd Anniversary with a free piece of carrot cake at the information booth! All Day - A special AVFM Anniversary appearance by Ryan Majestic!! Balloons and Magic Tricks! Chef Demo with Gill Boyd! Cooking demonstration and free samples!!

6/29 - Arts and Crafts with Alexis! What fun craft does Alexis have up her sleeve this month? Kids, come and see!

See you at the Market!

Sustainable Economic Enterprises of Los Angeles (SEE-LA)

email: avfm@see-la.org

voice: (323) 463-3171

web: http://www.farmernet.com

]]> http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/05/sundays_in_june_at_the_atwater.html http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/05/sundays_in_june_at_the_atwater.html Events & Meetings Fri, 30 May 2008 20:23:37 -0800 Atwater Village Monthly Report - June 2008 Update on current issues in Council District 13, Office of Councilmember Eric Garcetti

Click here to download Atwater Village Report - June 2008 (pdf file)

www.cd13.com

]]> http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/05/atwater_village_monthly_report_2.html http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/05/atwater_village_monthly_report_2.html Government & Politics Fri, 30 May 2008 20:19:15 -0800 Atwater Village Library monthly book sale - June 17th ]]> http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/05/atwater_village_library_monthl.html http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/05/atwater_village_library_monthl.html Art & Education Fri, 30 May 2008 14:16:28 -0800 Atwater Village Photo of the Month: "blue sky against dark sky"

Click here for larger size

For more Atwater Village pictures go to Flickr group "Atwater Village, 90039"

]]> http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/05/atwater_village_photo_of_the_m_4.html http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/05/atwater_village_photo_of_the_m_4.html General News Sat, 24 May 2008 12:10:41 -0800 Friends Of Glenfeliz Elem. Acapulco's Fundraising Night: Wed., June 4, 4-10pm Friends Of Glenfeliz Elem. Acapulco's Fundraising Night: Wed., June 4, 4-10pm

Come support the Friends of Glenfeliz Elementary booster club raise money! Download, print, and bring the attached flyer to Acapulcos (3280 Glendale Blvd.) on June 4 between 4 and 10pm and 25% of your food bill will be donated to the group. You must present the flyer for the donation to be made.

For more info. email info@friendsofglenfeliz.org

Click here for event flier (pdf file)

www.friendsofglenfeliz.org

]]> http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/05/friends_of_glenfeliz_elem_acap.html http://friendsofatwatervillage.org/blog/2008/05/friends_of_glenfeliz_elem_acap.html Events & Meetings Fri, 23 May 2008 15:29:46 -0800