HOLMBY NEWS
April 19, 2024

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  HWPOA Annual Meeting & Election Results
2.  LAPD Crime Report
3.  Relaxed Parking – Jewish Holidays
4.  Warner Ave. School Event – Street Closures
5.  Metro – Free Rides on Earth Day
6.  Pancake Breakfast at Fire Station 71
7.  Activities & Things to Do

1.  HWPOA ANNUAL MEETING & ELECTION RESULTS

Thank you to everyone who attended our Annual Meeting Webinar and thank you to our guest speakers, Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky and LAPD Senior Lead Officer James Allen as well as the HWPOA Board of Directors.  If you missed the webinar, you can watch it here:

HWPOA Annual Meeting 2024 – video
Passcode: $p8nNaW4

The election results for the HWPOA Board of Directors were announced and we are happy to report that all 24 candidates have been elected to the board.  Congratulations to all!  The members of the newly elected board can be found here:

HWPOA Board of Directors 2024-25

2.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

THEFT-GRAND (plain theft-grand) $950.01 & over
Incident #: 240807786
10400 BLOCK LINDBROOK DR  |  4/12/2024 @ 3:46 PM

THEFT – PETTY (plain theft-petty) ($950 & under)
Incident #: 240807850
400 BLOCK HILGARD AV  |  4/14/2024 @ 3:40 PM

File a Police Report Online: click here
EMERGENCY: 911
NON-EMERGENCY: 1-877-275-5273
All other City Services: 311
West L.A. Community Police Station –1663 Butler Ave.
James Allen, Senior Lead Officer
Office: 310-444-0741
Email: 39318@lapd.online
West LA Community Police Station Website:  click here
LAPD Website: www.lapdonline.org

3.  RELAXED PARKING – JEWISH HOLIDAYS

The City of Los Angeles has relaxed parking restrictions for the upcoming Jewish holidays of Passover and Shavuot. Time limits and preferential parking restrictions will be relaxed on specific dates. Meters, tow-away zones and other safety violations will still be enforced.

To see the memo with specific locations and dates, please click here:

Jewish Holidays – Relaxed Parking

4.  WARNER AVE. SCHOOL EVENT – STREET CLOSURES

Warner Avenue Elementary School will hold its annual Warner Walk on Friday, April 26, 2024 from 1:00am – 2:00pm.  This is a kid-centered event where the students raise funds to support the school and provide a better education for their futures.  As in past years, the surrounding blocks around the school–Warner, Loring, Holmby, and Woodruff–will be closed.  The Department of Transportation will block off this part of the street to allow the children to participate safely in the Warner Walk.

The Department of Transportation will officially close the streets on Friday, April 26th from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  However, in order to minimize your inconvenience, we will allow minimal access to those houses directly across from the school on each block until 10:00 am.  According to the Los Angeles police regulations, barricades must be put up and cars must also block the road to allow for maximum safety from 8:00 am-4:00 pm but we will have a small access point and volunteer at each corner until 10:00 am for limited access.

All vehicles will need to be removed from the street by 8:00 am no through traffic will be allowed to enter or exit between the hours of 8:00am and 4:00pm Friday.  The Tow Away / No Parking restrictions will be strictly enforced during these hours.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience the street closure may cause your family.  We hope you’ll come and enjoy the fun!  Thank you for your continued support of our neighborhood school and our activities.

5.  METRO – FREE RIDES ON EARTH DAY

Mark your calendar for Earth Day: Monday, April 22nd. We’re offering free rides on Metro buses, trains, Bike Share and Micro:

• At train stations the turnstiles will be unlocked
• On buses the fare boxes will be covered
• Want to hop on a bike for Earth Day? Use code “042224” for free rides on Metro Bike Share
• For Metro Micro, use code “EarthDay24” to book your ride

Go Metro to help us fight climate change and create a better future for LA.

6.  PANCAKE BREAKFAST AT FIRE STATION 71

Our classic community celebration has returned!!  We encourage you to attend the upcoming Pancake Breakfast at Fire Station 71 (located at Beverly Glen and Sunset).  It is a fun, free event for all ages.  Mark your calendars for Sunday, May 5!

7.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

L.A. Times Festival of Books
Saturday and Sunday, April 20-21
on the USC campus

Find your spark at the 2024 L.A. Times Festival of Books, April 20-21 on the USC campus. It’s the country’s largest literary festival and admission is FREE. The festival will also feature ticketed events with authors and celebrities.

Festival of Books

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Beginning Chess
Saturday, April 20th, at 11 a.m.
at Westwood Library

Join us for Beginning Chess this Saturday, April 20th, at 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Chess expert Brian Glover will introduce the classic game of strategy. All ages are welcome!

Parking is validated, no reservation required.

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CicLAvia – Venice Blvd.
Sunday, April 21, from 9 AM to 4 PM
along Venice Blvd.

Our 51st CicLAvia Sunday is here! 5.75 miles of open streets connecting Culver City, Palms, Mar Vista, and Venice will be transformed into a public park for the day.

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Clarkia Festival
Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
at the UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden

We warmly invite the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association to the UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden inaugural Clarkia Festival on May 18, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The festival aims to cultivate community among our neighbors and support local organizations.

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Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

• To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  
• To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
• To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.

HOLMBY NEWS
April 12, 2024

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  HWPOA Annual Meeting – Register Now
2.  Vote Now – Board of Directors Election
3.  Upcoming Premiere in Westwood – Street Closures
4.  Warner Ave. School Event – Street Closures
5.  UCLA Faculty Club Open House
6.  Summer Programs for Kids & Teens
7.  Activities & Things to Do
8.  Resident Ads

1.  HWPOA ANNUAL MEETING – REGISTER NOW

You are invited to attend the

HWPOA Annual Membership Meeting

Tuesday, April 16, 2024
7:30 PM
Online Via Zoom Webinar

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Although the webinar is open to the public, registration is required to attend.  Please click below to register.

Click Here to Register

Agenda includes:

• Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky, 5th District
• Senior Lead Officer James Allen, West LAPD
• State of the Association
• Election results for HWPOA Board of Directors
• And more…

If you have questions for any of our guest speakers, please email them to hwpoa@aol.com by April 14.  We can’t guarantee that they will all be asked due to the limited amount of meeting time, but will try to get in as many as possible.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

We hope you can join us!

2.  VOTE NOW – BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION

We normally hold the election of the HWPOA Board of Directors in-person at our Annual Meeting.  However, as this year’s Annual Meeting will be held virtually, the election will be conducted separately.

Below you will find a link to vote electronically.  Members who do not have access to email will be sent paper ballots.  Only members in good standing may vote and only one vote per household will be counted.  If you and other family members each receive this email, please select one family member to cast a ballot.

To validate this election, at least 50 members must vote and in order to win, the candidate must receive a majority (at least 50% +1) of the legal vote.

Ballots must be received by 5:00 PM on April 14, 2024 to be counted.  Results will be announced at the Annual Meeting.

Vote Now – Click Here

3.  UPCOMING PREMIERE IN WESTWOOD – STREET CLOSURES

MGM will be holding the Premiere of “Challengers” at 5:30 PM on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at the Village Theater and Bruin Theaters.

This event will involve various sidewalk and street closures around the area of Broxton Avenue between Weyburn Avenue and Le Conte Avenue.

4.  WARNER AVE. SCHOOL EVENT – STREET CLOSURES

Warner Avenue Elementary School will hold its annual Warner Walk on Friday, April 26, 2024 from 1:00am – 2:00pm.  This is a kid-centered event where the students raise funds to support the school and provide a better education for their futures.  As in past years, the surrounding blocks around the school–Warner, Loring, Holmby, and Woodruff–will be closed.  The Department of Transportation will block off this part of the street to allow the children to participate safely in the Warner Walk.

The Department of Transportation will officially close the streets on Friday, April 26th from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  However, in order to minimize your inconvenience, we will allow minimal access to those houses directly across from the school on each block until 10:00 am.  According to the Los Angeles police regulations, barricades must be put up and cars must also block the road to allow for maximum safety from 8:00 am-4:00 pm but we will have a small access point and volunteer at each corner until 10:00 am for limited access.

All vehicles will need to be removed from the street by 8:00 am no through traffic will be allowed to enter or exit between the hours of 8:00am and 4:00pm Friday.  The Tow Away / No Parking restrictions will be strictly enforced during these hours.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience the street closure may cause your family.  We hope you’ll come and enjoy the fun!  Thank you for your continued support of our neighborhood school and our activities.

5.  UCLA FACULTY CLUB OPEN HOUSE

The UCLA Faculty Club is a gathering place for UCLA faculty, staff, retirees, alumni, friends and families. Members have a full range of dining and entertaining options and can book a wide range of rooms for small and large scale events. Members also have access to over 100 faculty clubs nationwide.

Members of the community (local residents) are invited to join the UCLA Faculty Club as Affiliate Members.

OPEN HOUSE – See what it’s like to be a member for a day!  Two Open House Dates – Wed., May 1 & Thurs., May 2, 2024. Register here

Upcoming member events include:

• Rama Navami Festival – Themed Buffet Brunch
• Spring Block Party – honoring Chancellor Block
• Earth Day Buffet Lunch
• Passover Seder Dinner Buffet

Website:
UCLA Faculty Club

6.  SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR KIDS & TEENS

Kids Grades 1- 12: Summer at Crossroads
https://www.xrds.org/summer-at-crossroads
We are excited to offer a summer program with a range of opportunities for students to continue pursuing their academic studies, explore other opportunities, learn and have fun! The program offers arts enrichment courses, classes in academic areas of study like language and mathematics and sports opportunities such as basketball and swimming.

Kids age 5-14: Performing Arts Workshops
https://www.performingartsworkshops.com
PAW Musical Theater camps center around preparing students to present A Barbie Dream Musical; Greatest Showman; Matilda the Musical; or Mary Poppins. Parents often couple a 2-week musical theater session with a 1-week camp in areas such as actor’s reel, debate, guitar, photography, poetry slam, stage effects makeup and more. Auditions are not required.

Kids grades 3-12: Summer Programs at Harvard-Westlake
https://www.hw.com/summerprograms
Harvard-Westlake summer programs are designed for parents and children to experience the wealth and resources the school has available, and engage continual learning over the summer.  Participants can experience renowned programs in academics, visual arts, performing arts, film, debate and athletics.

Girls ages 8 -16: Sunshine Volleyball Beach Camp
https://sunshinevolleyballclub.com/programs/beach-camp/westside/
The focus of Sunshine Volleyball Club is training girls to play volleyball. Our methods of teaching and our drills are engaging, effective and fun for girls of all ages. Our small groups allow us to group players by age and ability, ensuring that everyone is receiving appropriate instruction. Westside Location: Will Rogers State Beach (PCH and Temescal)

Kids ages 5-15: Rolling Robots Summer Camp
https://www.rollingrobots.com/summer-camps
Rolling Robots STEM and Robotics Camps are designed to encourage open creativity and deep exploration featuring small camp size, feasible weekly schedule, hands-on and project-based building, coding and design camps. Kids are welcome to explore Rolling Robots’ camps in a non-competition format, designed to spark a budding interest in robotics and STEM.

Kids preschool to 7th grade: Summer Enrichment camp at St. Matthew’s
https://www.stmatthewsschool.com/apps/pages/summersession
St. Matthew’s Summer Enrichment provides children with a classic summer camp experience. This program helps students continue learning over the summer break, leaving them with memories they will cherish for a lifetime!

Kids ages 5 to 14 – STEM Summer Day Camp at CodeREV
https://www.coderevkids.com/tech-camps/
Budding coders, robotics engineers, game developers, animators and STEM campers are invited to join CodeREV this summer for a memorable and educational experience. Its camps provide the ultimate coding, STEAM, game design, engineering and digital design class experience in a live format, led by expert instructors. Both live and online options available.

7.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Free Piano Concert: Purely Chopin
Saturday, April 13th, at 3:00 p.m.
at Westwood Library

Don’t miss our live piano concert in the Westwood Library this Saturday, April 13th, at 3:00 p.m.

The Yoder brothers, Lukasz and Kasper, will perform a fabulous program titled Purely Chopin, featuring some of the composer’s most enduring and beautiful solo piano works.

This program is made possible by the generous support of the Friends of Westwood Library and the Los Angeles Musical Salon.

Parking is validated, no reservation required.

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Broxton Nights: Earth Day Festival
Saturday, April 13 from 5 – 9pm
1036 Broxton Ave in Westwood Village

Broxton Nights is a monthly Night Market in the heart of Westwood Village that’s fun for all ages!

Mark your calendars for April 13th, 5-9PM as we come together to honor our planet and embrace sustainability in-style! Prepare for an immersive shopping experience like no other as The Pop-Up Shoppes takes over Broxton Nights with a curated selection of 40 eco-conscious small businesses.

Free crafts and activities, prize giveaways, clothing swap, live music and more!

Get My Tickets

8.  RESIDENT ADS

SENIOR COMPANION / CAREGIVER AVAILABLE
Senior companion/Caregiver with excellent references.  Speaks English and drives.  Also, Light housekeeping, shopping, errands and transportation.

Worked for a couple in Palos Verdes for 5 years where she supervised pool and garden staff as well as cared for the couple.

Rosie Rivera
Cell:  (818) 268-3534

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HWPOA Communication & Ad Policy:
Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.

HWPOA members are welcome to post free ads (such as ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc.) in the Holmby News.  When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News editor to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

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Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

• To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  
• To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
• To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.

HOLMBY NEWS
April 5, 2024

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  HWPOA Annual Meeting – Register Now
2.  Vote Now – Board of Directors Election
3.  LAPD Crime Report
4.  Westwood Library Book Sale
5.  Free Paper Shredding Event – Saturday
6.  UCLA Botanical Garden Newsletter
7.  Activities & Things to Do
8.  Resident Ads

1.  HWPOA ANNUAL MEETING – REGISTER NOW

You are invited to attend the

HWPOA Annual Membership Meeting

Tuesday, April 16, 2024
7:30 PM
Online Via Zoom Webinar

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Although the webinar is open to the public, registration is required to attend.  Please click below to register.

Click Here to Register

Agenda includes:

• Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky, 5th District
• Senior Lead Officer James Allen, West LAPD
• State of the Association
• Election results for HWPOA Board of Directors
• And more…

If you have questions for any of our guest speakers, please email them to hwpoa@aol.com by April 14.  We can’t guarantee that they will all be asked due to the limited amount of meeting time, but will try to get in as many as possible.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

We hope you can join us!

2.  VOTE NOW – BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION

We normally hold the election of the HWPOA Board of Directors in-person at our Annual Meeting.  However, as this year’s Annual Meeting will be held virtually, the election will be conducted separately.

Below you will find a link to vote electronically.  Members who do not have access to email will be sent paper ballots.  Only members in good standing may vote and only one vote per household will be counted.  If you and other family members each receive this email, please select one family member to cast a ballot.

To validate this election, at least 50 members must vote and in order to win, the candidate must receive a majority (at least 50% +1) of the legal vote.

Ballots must be received by 5:00 PM on April 14, 2024 to be counted.  Results will be announced at the Annual Meeting.

Vote Now – Click Here

3.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

BURGLARY (entry of structure w/intent to commit theft or a felony)
Incident #: 240807406
700 BLOCK HOLMBY AV  |  3/23/2024 @ 10:00 AM

BURGLARY (entry of structure w/intent to commit theft or a felony)
Incident #: 240807404
900 BLOCK THAYER AV  |  3/20/2024 @ 12:00 PM

BURGLARY FROM VEHICLE
Incident #: 240807485
400 BLOCK LORING AV  |  3/30/2024 @ 2:45 PM

BURGLARY (entry of structure w/intent to commit theft or a felony)
Incident #: 240800705
10500 BLOCK LINDBROOK DR  |  3/27/2024 @ 7:00 PM

BICYCLE – STOLEN
Incident #: 240807570
WESTHOLME AV & HILGARD AV  |  4/2/2024 @ 1:00 PM

File a Police Report Online: click here
EMERGENCY: 911
NON-EMERGENCY: 1-877-275-5273
All other City Services: 311
West L.A. Community Police Station –1663 Butler Ave.
James Allen, Senior Lead Officer
Office: 310-444-0741
Email: 39318@lapd.online
West LA Community Police Station Website:  click here
LAPD Website: www.lapdonline.org

4.  WESTWOOD LIBRARY BOOK SALE

Head on over to the Friends of the Library Book Sale this Saturday, April 6th, at 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. You will find a huge selection of carefully curated, gently used books (including kids’ books and art books) offered at the usual great prices! It’s a splendid opportunity to increase your personal library while raising money for your public library.

Parking is validated.

5.  FREE PAPER SHREDDING EVENT – SATURDAY

You’re invited to our annual paper shredding event sponsored by Tamar Asken of Parasol Realty at Emerson Middle School on Saturday, 4/6 from 10-12.

For questions please contact Tamar Asken at 310.801.8292 or tamar@parasolrealtygroup.com

6.  UCLA BOTANICAL GARDEN NEWSLETTER

Dear Garden Friends,

We are very excited about our upcoming and inaugural Clarkia Festival on May 18 from 10 a.m to 4 p.m. This festival will be our first large public event and it will be lots of fun. We will have family activities, a “BioBlitz,” guided tours, music, and food trucks. Please join our celebration of Spring with a hillside of dazzling Clarkia wildflowers.

We invite you to attend our upcoming workshop on how to make art using pressed flowers. The Garden is also hosting two Botany Brown Bag noontime talks by Dr. Felipe Zapata and Dr. Tom Gillespie. You will enjoy meeting UCLA’s great plant science faculty.

Want to give your child an outdoor adventure this summer? Registration is now open for our Nature Day Camps for 1st through 4th grade.

The Garden is blooming, so please come by!

Victoria L. Sork,
Director, UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden and Herbarium

UCLA Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden
April 2024 Newsletter

7.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Broxton Nights: Earth Day Festival
Saturday, April 13 from 5 – 9pm
1036 Broxton Ave in Westwood Village

Broxton Nights is a monthly Night Market in the heart of Westwood Village that’s fun for all ages!

Mark your calendars for April 13th, 5-9PM as we come together to honor our planet and embrace sustainability in-style! Prepare for an immersive shopping experience like no other as The Pop-Up Shoppes takes over Broxton Nights with a curated selection of 40 eco-conscious small businesses.

Free crafts and activities, prize giveaways, clothing swap, live music and more!

Get My Tickets

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Free Mindful Awareness Meditation
every Thursday at 12:30 p.m.
at the Hammer Museum

Practicing mindful awareness meditation is scientifically proven to reduce stress, improve attention, boost the immune system, and promote a general sense of health and well-being. Stop by the Hammer Museum every Thursday at 12:30 p.m. for a free 30-minute meditation session in the Billy Wilder Theater. These sessions are led by instructors from the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center, and are open to all—no experience necessary.

Find more information here

8.  RESIDENT ADS

HELP NEEDED TO MOVE HEAVY ITEMS
Can anyone recommend two strong men (or women) that can carry a treadmill out to the curb from an upstairs bedroom?  Also a stationary bike from the backyard.

Thank you!

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HWPOA Communication & Ad Policy:
Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.

HWPOA members are welcome to post free ads (such as ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc.) in the Holmby News.  When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News editor to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

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Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

• To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  
• To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
• To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.

HOLMBY NEWS
March 29, 2024

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  HWPOA Annual Meeting
2.  Vote Now – Board of Directors Election
3.  LAPD Crime Report
4.  Security Update – Neighborhood Watch Signs
5.  New Restaurant in Westwood Village
6.  Activities & Things to Do

1.  HWPOA ANNUAL MEETING

You are invited to attend the

HWPOA Annual Membership Meeting

Tuesday, April 16, 2024
7:30 PM
Online Via Zoom Webinar

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Although the webinar is open to the public, registration is required to attend.  Please click below to register.

Click Here to Register

Agenda includes:

• Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky, 5th District
• Senior Lead Officer James Allen, West LAPD
• State of the Association
• Election results for HWPOA Board of Directors
• And more…

If you have questions for any of our guest speakers, please email them to hwpoa@aol.com by April 14.  We can’t guarantee that they will all be asked due to the limited amount of meeting time, but will try to get in as many as possible.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

We hope you can join us!

2.  VOTE NOW – BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION

We normally hold the election of the HWPOA Board of Directors in-person at our Annual Meeting.  However, as this year’s Annual Meeting will be held virtually, the election will be conducted separately.

Below you will find a link to vote electronically.  Members who do not have access to email will be sent paper ballots.  Only members in good standing may vote and only one vote per household will be counted.  If you and other family members each receive this email, please select one family member to cast a ballot.

To validate this election, at least 50 members must vote and in order to win, the candidate must receive a majority (at least 50% +1) of the legal vote.

Ballots must be received by 5:00 PM on April 14, 2024 to be counted.  Results will be announced at the Annual Meeting.

Vote Now – Click Here

3.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

BURGLARY (entry of structure w/intent to commit theft or a felony)
Incident #: 240807146
900 BLOCK MANNING AV  |  3/20/2024 @ 8:00 AM
Unknown Suspect smashed side Window, entered, ransacked and removed jewelry.

File a Police Report Online: click here
EMERGENCY: 911
NON-EMERGENCY: 1-877-275-5273
All other City Services: 311
West L.A. Community Police Station –1663 Butler Ave.
James Allen, Senior Lead Officer
Office: 310-444-0741
Email: 39318@lapd.online
West LA Community Police Station Website:  click here
LAPD Website: www.lapdonline.org

4.  SECURITY UPDATE – NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH SIGNS

As you may know, the Security Committee of HWPOA had asked permission months ago from our Council Office and the LAPD to post our own Neighborhood Watch signs at strategic entrances to our community. We have finally been granted permission to present an application to the Department of Transportation for their final agreement. These signs would be posted in the parkways.

We will let you know the final decision.

5.  NEW RESTAURANT IN WESTWOOD VILLAGE

Welcome to Westwood Village:

House of Mandi
1083 Gayley Ave
www.houseofmandianaheim.com

Please help us welcome the House of Mandi to Westwood Village! Discover House of Mandi, where a Yemeni family’s passion for authentic cuisine meets a vibrant dining experience in Westwood Village. Enjoy traditional Arabic seating and Yemeni music while indulging in fresh lamb dishes and innovative creations. Experience the richness of Yemeni flavors and warm hospitality at House of Mandi.

From farm-fresh lamb cooked daily in the oven to innovative dishes crafted with care, freshness and creativity are the hallmarks of House of Mandi’s menu. Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or new to Yemeni cuisine, House of Mandi invites you to experience the richness of their dishes and the warmth of their hospitality.

6.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

UCLA First Thursdays – LA Vibes
Thursday, April 4, 2024 from 7-10 p.m.
on Broxton Avenue in Westwood

Join us for L.A. Vibes as we shine a light on all the inspiring ways UCLA and the greater L.A. community connect and influence each other.

Celebrate the essence of coastal and street cultures that go hand in hand with Los Angeles, as well as the legacy street sports that are distinctively “L.A.”

This month’s event will feature: a roller skating rink, food trucks, sustainability games and photo opportunities.

RSVP and more information

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Knitting Club
Saturday, March 30th, at 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
at Westwood Library

This Saturday, March 30th, at 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. join the Knitting Club called “SoCal Crank In” to learn how to use sock knitting machine crankers. These tools allow for making socks, hats, headbands, wine covers, and any other circular item quickly and efficiently. Multiple machines will be set up in the Westwood Branch Library Community Room, and everyone is invited to come in and try their hand at this unique way to knit. No prior knitting experience is necessary.

Parking is validated, there is no registration.

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Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

• To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  
• To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
• To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.

HOLMBY NEWS
March 22, 2024

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  HWPOA Annual Meeting – Save the Date
2.  LAPD Crime Report
3.  Protect Your Wireless Alarms from Wi-Fi Jammers
4.  Westwood Village Ambassadors
5.  Activities & Things to Do
6.  Resident Ads

1.  HWPOA ANNUAL MEETING – SAVE THE DATE

SAVE THE DATE:
HWPOA ANNUAL MEETING
Online via Zoom
Tuesday, April 16

The Annual HWPOA membership meeting is scheduled for the evening of Tuesday, April 16. The meeting will be held virtually (via Zoom). More details to follow.  A new Board of Directors for 2024-25 will be elected and we will have several guest speakers.

Mark your calendars!

2.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

BURGLARY (entry of structure w/intent to commit theft or a felony)
Incident #: 240807021
700 BLOCK MALCOLM AV  |  3/17/2024 @ 6:00 PM

BURGLARY (entry of structure w/intent to commit theft or a felony)
Incident #: 240807022
400 BLOCK COMSTOCK AV  |  3/17/2024 @ 6:00 PM

THEFT-GRAND (plain theft-grand) $950.01 & over
Incident #: 240807054
900 BLOCK WESTHOLME AV  |  3/16/2024 @ 4:00 PM

File a Police Report Online: click here
EMERGENCY: 911
NON-EMERGENCY: 1-877-275-5273
All other City Services: 311
West L.A. Community Police Station –1663 Butler Ave.
James Allen, Senior Lead Officer
Office: 310-444-0741
Email: 39318@lapd.online
West LA Community Police Station Website:  click here
LAPD Website: www.lapdonline.org

3.  PROTECT YOUR WIRELESS ALARMS FROM WI-FI JAMMERS

The LA Police are warning residents that burglars are now jamming wireless signals which disables Ring cameras and alarm systems. There are a few steps you can take to protect your wireless system from interference. You may need assistance from a technician to help with the following steps:

1. Use a strong password
2. Enable Encryption, which scrambles data. Many routers come with encryption disabled by default, so be sure to enable it in your router’s settings. WPAZ is recommended as the strongest type of encryption currently available.
3. Change the default SSID to something unique that only you know. Default SSID set to the manufacturer’s name or something similar makes it easy for criminals to target specific types of routers.
4. Use a VPN (Virtual Private Network) which encrypts the traffic between your device and the VPN server making it difficult for someone to intercept and read your data.

4.  WESTWOOD VILLAGE AMBASSADORS

The Westwood Village Ambassador Program, recently featured in the Daily Bruin, strives to enhance the safety, cleanliness, and community spirit in the Village. The program provides safety escorts, collaborates with local law enforcement, and offers assistance to people experiencing homelessness.

The ambassadors’ quick response and readiness to handle any situation have been widely praised by business owners and community members.

With life returning to something like pre-COVID norms, the program also helps manage large community events, from cleanup to the use of public transit.

Coming soon: the program expects to hire a plaza ambassador to make Broxton Plaza a pedestrian-only walkway.

Daily Bruin Article
Westwood Village Ambassadors

5.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Argentine Tango: The Basics and Beyond!
Saturday, March 23rd, at 3:00 p.m.
at Westwood Library

Join us in the library this Saturday, March 23rd, at 3:00 p.m. for Argentine Tango: The Basics and Beyond!

Ilona Glinarsky’s fun and engaging class explores the essence of Argentine Tango, a social partner dance based on connection. Through practicing fundamental steps and patterns, participants will discover the deeper lessons tango has to offer, which can be integrated into one’s own “dance of life”. No partner is required.

Parking is validated, no registration necessary.

This LA Made program was made possible with the generous support of the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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CAP UCLA Calendar
Various dates and venues

Please see below for a few upcoming events presented by CAP UCLA (Center for the Art of Performance UCLA).  Events are often held at The Nimoy and Royce Hall:

• Maya Beiser x Philip Glass in Concert
• Third Coast Percussion
• Poetry Uncut: Last Call
• Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana
• Meshell Ndegeocello

CAP UCLA Calendar

6.  RESIDENT ADS

TRUNK SALE IN LITTLE HOLMBY
This Tuesday & Wednesday (3/26, 3/27) come see a collection of cashmere, silk and cotton scarves created by Joan Borinstein from her professional wildlife and landscape photographs.  The images are beautifully printed onto the scarves incorporating the most gorgeous colors and hues. At the same time, feel free to browse the Anatomie (get 10% off your first order) and washable silk pieces from Nouvellesilk95five.  All in Holmby Hills!

Contact Denise Barta for details (310) 721-2500; dzbarta@aol.com

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HWPOA Communication & Ad Policy:
Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.

HWPOA members are welcome to post free ads (such as ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc.) in the Holmby News.  When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News editor to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

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Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

• To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  
• To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
• To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.

HOLMBY NEWS
March 15, 2024

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  LAPD Crime Report
2.  L.A. Marathon – Street Closures this Sunday
3.  Deadline to Join the HWPOA Board of Directors
4.  Speed Hump Applications
5.  L.A. My311 Week
6.  Activities & Things to Do

1.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

THEFT FROM VEHICLE – GRAND ($950.01 & over)
Incident #: 240806641
200 BLOCK LORING AV  |  3/7/2024 @ 1:00 PM

BURGLARY FROM VEHICLE
Incident #: 240806742
WILSHIRE BL & WESTHOLME AV  |  3/7/2024 @ 1:00 AM

File a Police Report Online: click here
EMERGENCY: 911
NON-EMERGENCY: 1-877-275-5273
All other City Services: 311
West L.A. Community Police Station –1663 Butler Ave.
James Allen, Senior Lead Officer
Office: 310-444-0741
Email: 39318@lapd.online
West LA Community Police Station Website:  click here
LAPD Website: www.lapdonline.org

2.  L.A. MARATHON – STREET CLOSURES THIS SUNDAY

The Los Angeles Marathon will be held this Sunday, March 17. There will be numerous road closures across the city throughout the day.  Please plan ahead for an alternate travel route to avoid street closures.

• Street closures – click here
• Marathon information – click here

3.  DEADLINE TO JOIN THE HWPOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Join the Board of Directors of
Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association

The HWPOA Board is seeking Holmby Westwood residents to volunteer to serve as a Director for 1 year. We ask only that you be a financially current member of the Association for the past 2 years and have an interest in maintaining and improving the quality of life we have all come to know and enjoy.  The election of the Board of Directors will take place in April.

Serving on our Board of Directors is a way to safeguard one of the largest investments you will make in your lifetime. You will have an extremely worthwhile experience while giving back to our community.  HWPOA is a highly respected association throughout the city and, with your involvement, we hope that will continue indefinitely.

We usually meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 PM. Our meetings have been on Zoom in recent years but we may transition back to in-person meetings, which will be held at Belmont Village (on Wilshire at Warner Ave.).

We encourage all Board members to join one of our committees, which include: Security, Green Team, Westwood Village, Traffic, Holmby Park, Architectural Supervising Committee, 4th of July event, Filming (in the neighborhood), Membership, LAPD liaison and more.

Please contact Dana Glenn, our Office Manager, and let her know that you want to join our Board. Send an email to hwpoa@aol.com or call (310) 470-1785 to contact Dana. The deadline for submissions is March 18. We look forward to hearing from you!!

4.  SPEED HUMP APPLICATIONS

The next Citywide Speed Hump Application Day begins Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.  There are limited approvals and many applications and so if you are interested, submit your application at 9:00 a.m. sharp.  Please see below for more information.

City of Los Angeles
LADOT Speed Humps

Review the following documents to determine if your street meets the minimum criteria required for speed hump installation before you decide to apply:

• 2024 Speed Hump Program Evaluation Guidelines
• 2024 Speed Hump Program Fact Sheet

5.  L.A. MY311 WEEK

This week is LA My311 Week!

The City of Los Angeles’ MyLA311 system serves as a vital conduit for linking residents and businesses to City services and information. Currently, MyLA311 provides access to 68 service request types across 11 City departments, addressing commonly requested services such as bulky item pickup, graffiti removal, and illegal dumping.

City Council offices have been invited to engage in a friendly challenge aimed at generating the highest percentage increase in service requests.

If there are service needs in your neighborhood, now is the perfect time to make a 311 request and help your Council District win this year’s MyLA311 challenge!

Make a Service Request Through MyLA311

6.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Beginning Chess
Saturday, March 16th, at 10 a.m.
at Westwood Library

Join us for Beginning Chess this Saturday, March 16th, at 10 a.m. to noon. Chess expert Brian Glover will introduce the classic game of strategy. All ages are welcome!

Please note that this month we are meeting one hour earlier than usual.

Parking is validated, no reservation required.

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Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

• To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  
• To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
• To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.

HOLMBY NEWS
March 8, 2024

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  HWPOA Board Meeting – Video Conference
2.  LAPD Crime Report & Wi-Fi Jammers
3.  Daylight Savings Reminder
4.  Seeking New HWPOA Board Members
5.  Free Concert at Westwood Library
6.  New Business in Westwood Village – Rock Climbing
7.  Activities & Things to Do

1.  HWPOA BOARD MEETING – VIDEO CONFERENCE

On Tuesday, March 12 at 7:30 PM, the HWPOA Board of Directors will hold its monthly meeting.  The meeting will be a video-conference held online via Zoom.  Please click here to see the agenda.

Members of the community are welcome to join the Zoom call. Please let us know if you plan to attend and we will send you the link to access the video-conference.  Email Dana at hwpoa@aol.com.

2.  LAPD CRIME REPORT & WI-FI JAMMERS

BURGLARY FROM VEHICLE
Incident #: 240806371
800 BLOCK COMSTOCK AV  |  2/14/2024 @ 1:00 PM

BURGLARY (entry of structure w/intent to commit theft or a felony)
Incident #: 240806527
10700 BLOCK LINDBROOK DR  |  3/4/2024 @ 7:00 AM

WI-FI JAMMERS
Police are warning residents that burglars are using Wi-Fi jammer devices which block or disrupt nearby Wi-Fi devices such as security cameras or security systems. Burglars have recently entered properties through second-story balconies.

• Add a padlock to electrical circuit boxes to deter burglars from tampering with alarm systems
• Install hard wired cameras and motion lights around your home. There are some available which send a video to your monitoring company and which have a voice element for your monitoring company to confront people entering your property.
• Talk with your internet provider about hard-wiring your security system

Article – WiFi Jammers

File a Police Report Online: click here
EMERGENCY: 911
NON-EMERGENCY: 1-877-275-5273
All other City Services: 311
West L.A. Community Police Station –1663 Butler Ave.
James Allen, Senior Lead Officer
Office: 310-444-0741
Email: 39318@lapd.online
West LA Community Police Station Website:  click here
LAPD Website: www.lapdonline.org

3.  DAYLIGHT SAVINGS REMINDER

Don’t forget to set your clocks forward one hour before you go to bed Saturday night, March 9. Daylight savings begins this Sunday, March 10! It’s time to “spring forward” – set your clocks forward one hour!

Daylight Saving Time is also a great time to check the things that keep us safe and ready for emergencies. It is a good time to:

• Replace the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors
• Double check the expiration dates on your emergency kits and replace missing/expired items.

For some history on Daylight Saving Time, take a look at https://www.cnn.com/2022/11/05/health/daylight-saving-time-explainer-wellness/index.html

4.  SEEKING NEW HWPOA BOARD MEMBERS

Join the Board of Directors of
Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association

The HWPOA Board is seeking Holmby Westwood residents to volunteer to serve as a Director for 1 year. We ask only that you be a financially current member of the Association for the past 2 years and have an interest in maintaining and improving the quality of life we have all come to know and enjoy.  The election of the Board of Directors will take place in April.

Serving on our Board of Directors is a way to safeguard one of the largest investments you will make in your lifetime. You will have an extremely worthwhile experience while giving back to our community.  HWPOA is a highly respected association throughout the city and, with your involvement, we hope that will continue indefinitely.

We usually meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 PM. Our meetings have been on Zoom in recent years but we may transition back to in-person meetings, which will be held at Belmont Village (on Wilshire at Warner Ave.).

We encourage all Board members to join one of our committees, which include: Security, Green Team, Westwood Village, Traffic, Holmby Park, Architectural Supervising Committee, 4th of July event, Filming (in the neighborhood), Membership, LAPD liaison and more.

Please contact Dana Glenn, our Office Manager, and let her know that you want to join our Board. Send an email to hwpoa@aol.com or call (310) 470-1785 to contact Dana. The deadline for submissions is March 18. We look forward to hearing from you!!

5.  FREE CONCERT AT WESTWOOD LIBRARY

Join us for a live concert in the library this Saturday, March 9th at 3:00 p.m.! Violinist Phillip Levy and pianist Tae Yeon Lim will perform works by Mozart, Schumann, and Kreisler in a program titled Poetry and Passion in Music.

This program is part of the Concert Series provided by the Friends of the Westwood Library and the Los Angeles Musical Salon.

6.  NEW BUSINESS IN WESTWOOD VILLAGE – ROCK CLIMBING

Welcome to Westwood Village:

Sender One
10887 Lindbrook Dr.
Website – click here

Get ready to experience the thrill of indoor climbing like never before! Dive into over 10,000 square feet of world-class bouldering and training facilities featuring some of the coolest walls in town. The soft opening is in full swing, with exclusive early bird perks before our grand opening on April 6th!

Strengthen your body and sharpen your skills with yoga and fitness programs designed to take your climbing to the next level. Students and young climbers can enjoy discounted day passes and special membership rates!

Join us in celebrating the grand opening of Sender One Westwood with climbing challenges, raffle prizes, games, a live DJ, food, and vendors!

Free for members, $20 day passes for non-members all day.

Click here to RSVP to the exciting Grand Opening Event on Saturday, April 6th!

7.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Broxton Nights: Paint The Town Pink
Saturday, March 9, 2024 from 5:00pm to 9:00pm
on Broxton Plaza in Westwood Village

This month, we are honoring Women’s Month and showcasing the talents and businesses of local female creators and entrepreneurs.

Join us every Second Saturday of the month for skating, dancing, indulgence, sipping, and shopping! Skate rentals are only $5 for kids and adults so that everyone can enjoy the fun! Wear pink (it’s not mandatory, but let’s make the town pink together!)

The first 100 attendees will receive $5 Market Bucks to splurge at our Vendor Marketplace! Don’t miss out – bring your crew, and let’s make memories!

The event is free and open to the public. To learn more and register, please visit the link here.

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Nowruz Celebration at UCLA
Sunday, March 10 from 12-5:00 PM
at UCLA’s Dickson Court

Farhang Foundation’s festival welcomes spring with its 14th Annual Celebration of Nowruz in Los Angeles. The daylong program is suitable for all ages and includes traditional music, arts and crafts, dance, food, children’s activities, stilt walkers, and the signature Grand Haft Sîn display.

All of the Nowruz outdoor activities are free and open to the public.  Additionally, a special ticketed event takes place at UCLA’s iconic Royce Hall at 6 p.m.

More Information:
14th Annual Celebration of Nowruz at UCLA

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Free Museum Day in So. Cal.
Saturday, March 23
at museums across Southern California

On Saturday, March 23, more than 30 museums across Southern California will offer free general admission as part of the “Museums Free-for-all.” The offer is for general museum admission only and does not apply to specially ticketed exhibitions.  Advanced reservations are encouraged and may be required.

A list of museums participating in the SoCal Museums “Free-for-All” and additional information can be found in the link below:

SoCal Museums Free-for-All 2024

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Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

• To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  
• To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
• To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.

HOLMBY NEWS
March 1, 2024

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  Security Update
2.  LAPD Crime Report
3.  Seeking New HWPOA Board Members
4.  CA Primary Election – Vote Now
5.  Westwood Rec. Center – Classes, Sports & Summer Camp
6.  Free Museum Day in So. Cal.
7.  Summer Camp Fair
8.  Activities & Things to Do

1.  SECURITY UPDATE

Our HWPOA board members are keenly aware that our community has become a prime target for burglars. Recent burglaries have occurred on Warner Avenue, Malcolm, Lindbrook, Wyton, and Loring. At our next March 12th board meeting, all board members will be asked to start a WhatsApp group on both sides of their block. Neighbors looking out for neighbors has been very successful in other communities with which we communicate on a regular basis to assess what’s working and what’s not working to deter crime.

We encourage all HWPOA members to set up a WhatsApp on their block. Please ask your neighbors to join HWPOA so we can make security a priority community wide. If you see something, say something. If you see someone taking photos of homes on your street, take a photo of the person and text it to our Senior Lead Officer, James Allen; cell: 213-952-8396. These photos can help the police to identify burglars.

Due to the increased number of burglaries in our community,  SSA Security will be adding a second patrol car in Holmby Westwood for the next 120 days.

Look for other security tips in our weekly newsletter. Be safe.

2.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

THEFT – PETTY (plain theft-petty) ($950 & under)
Incident #: 240806014
WESTHOLME AV & HILGARD AV  |  2/8/2024 @ 11:15 AM

VEHICLE, STOLEN
Incident #: 240806192
400 BLOCK HILGARD AV  |  2/26/2024 @ 3:00 PM

File a Police Report Online: click here
EMERGENCY: 911
NON-EMERGENCY: 1-877-275-5273
All other City Services: 311
West L.A. Community Police Station –1663 Butler Ave.
James Allen, Senior Lead Officer
Office: 310-444-0741
Email: 39318@lapd.online
West LA Community Police Station Website:  click here
LAPD Website: www.lapdonline.org

3.  SEEKING NEW HWPOA BOARD MEMBERS

Join the Board of Directors of
Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association

The HWPOA Board is seeking Holmby Westwood residents to volunteer to serve as a Director for 1 year. We ask only that you be a financially current member of the Association for the past 2 years and have an interest in maintaining and improving the quality of life we have all come to know and enjoy.  The election of the Board of Directors will take place in April.

Serving on our Board of Directors is a way to safeguard one of the largest investments you will make in your lifetime. You will have an extremely worthwhile experience while giving back to our community.  HWPOA is a highly respected association throughout the city and, with your involvement, we hope that will continue indefinitely.

We usually meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 PM. Our meetings have been on Zoom in recent years but we may transition back to in-person meetings, which will be held at Belmont Village (on Wilshire at Warner Ave.).

We encourage all Board members to join one of our committees, which include: Security, Green Team, Westwood Village, Traffic, Holmby Park, Architectural Supervising Committee, 4th of July event, Filming (in the neighborhood), Membership, LAPD liaison and more.

Please contact Dana Glenn, our Office Manager, and let her know that you want to join our Board. Send an email to hwpoa@aol.com or call (310) 470-1785 to contact Dana. The deadline for submissions is March 18. We look forward to hearing from you!!

4.  CA PRIMARY ELECTION – VOTE NOW

The California Primary election will take place on Tuesday, March 5.  Ballots were mailed to all registered voters.  You can mail your ballot, drop it off at a collection box or vote in person at a local Vote Center.

VOTE CENTERS

• Vote Center locations – click here
• Local vote center locations include the Hammer Museum and the UCLA Campus
• Some Vote Centers are available up to 11 days before Election Day and will be through March 4th from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• On Election Day, all Vote Centers will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

BALLOT DROP BOXES

• Drop Box locations – click here
• Local drop box locations include Holmby Park, Westwood Library and the UCLA Campus

For more information, please click below:

California Primary Election

5.  WESTWOOD REC. CENTER – CLASSES, SPORTS & SUMMER CAMP

Westwood Recreation Center is offering Spring classes for both adults and children, Spring League Sports for children and Summer Camp for kids (ages 5-14).

Register here

Spring Classes:
Children’s classes include: Karate, Clay & ceramics, Healthy Cooking, Basketball, Art studio, Soccer and more.

Adult classes include: Fitness/cardio, Ceramics, Racquetball and Karate.

Spring Classes at Westwood Rec.

Spring League Sports
Leagues include Flag Football, Basketball and Volleyball.

Spring League Sports

Summer Camp:
Camp activities include: Arts & Crafts, Sports, Cooking projects, Special Events, Gymnastics, Group activites, Swimming and Field Trips

Summer Camp at Westwood Rec.

6.  FREE MUSEUM DAY IN SO. CAL.

On Saturday, March 23, more than 30 museums across Southern California will offer free general admission as part of the “Museums Free-for-all.”

The offer is for general museum admission only and does not apply to specially ticketed exhibitions.  Advanced reservations are encouraged and may be required.

A list of museums participating in the SoCal Museums “Free-for-All” and additional information can be found in the link below:

SoCal Museums Free-for-All 2024

7.  SUMMER CAMP FAIR

The L.A. Camp Fair is back and better than ever, ready to help you find the perfect summer program for your kids. With over 60 local, national, and international camps all in one place, you’ll have endless options to choose from. Whether your child’s interested in sports, arts, adventure, or academics – we’ve got a camp for them and you will find it at the L.A. Camp Fair.

L.A. Camp Fair
Sunday, March 3rd
12:00-3:00 PM
at Pauley Pavilion at UCLA

Widely considered one of the top camp fairs in the country, we’ve helped thousands of families find the perfect camp for their kids through our camp fairs and we are looking forward to helping your find yours.

Click here for more information.

8.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

UnCabaret
Thursday, March 14 at 8 pm
at The Nimoy

UnCabaret is a legendary forum for wildly fun, idiosyncratic, intimate, conversational comedy. Arguably the original “alt comedy” show – and a bona fide Los Angeles comedy institution – UnCabaret has long been an incubator and venue for what reads like a who’s who roster of innovative and subversive performers.

Join us on March 14 for the return of UnCabaret! Joined by musical director Mitch Kaplan with the band and an all female line-up of hilarious storytellers including Kira Soltanovich, Erin Foley, Laura Kightlinger and Jamie Bridgers.

Don’t miss their last performance at The Nimoy this season!

Get Tickets

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Spring Concert – Copland, Rutter, Williams!
Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 7:30pm
at Westwood Presbyterian Church

Westwood Presbyterian Church’s Music at Westwood presents their Spring Concert, Copland, Rutter, Williams! The concert will feature music by John Rutter, Aaron Copland and legendary film composer John Williams. It will be conducted by Westwood Presbyterian’s Director of Music, Dan Redfeld, and will feature soloists Christina Borgioli, Devon Davidson, Emily Kerrigan, Elias Berezin, Emerson Boatwright, Matthew Lewis and the WPC Chancel Choir accompanied by the WPC Chamber Orchestra.

Admission to the concert is $30 for adults, collected at the door and available on Eventbrite prior to the concert. Guests under 18 are admitted free.

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Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

• To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  
• To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
• To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.

HOLMBY NEWS
February 23, 2024

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  Seeking New HWPOA Board Members
2.  LAPD Crime Report
3.  West LAPD Community Update Meeting
4.  Filmmakers Acquire Village Theater in Westwood
5.  Article about Stan Berman – Stan’s Donuts
6.  Bird Scooters in Bankruptcy
7.  Summer Camp Fair
8.  Coffee with a Cop – Westwood Village
9.  Activities & Things to Do
10.  Resident Ads

1.  SEEKING NEW HWPOA BOARD MEMBERS

Join the Board of Directors of
Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association

The HWPOA Board is seeking Holmby Westwood residents to volunteer to serve as a Director for 1 year. We ask only that you be a financially current member of the Association for the past 2 years and have an interest in maintaining and improving the quality of life we have all come to know and enjoy.  The election of the Board of Directors will take place in April.

Serving on our Board of Directors is a way to safeguard one of the largest investments you will make in your lifetime. You will have an extremely worthwhile experience while giving back to our community.  HWPOA is a highly respected association throughout the city and, with your involvement, we hope that will continue indefinitely.

We usually meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 PM. Our meetings have been on Zoom in recent years but we may transition back to in-person meetings, which will be held at Belmont Village (on Wilshire at Warner Ave.).

We encourage all Board members to join one of our committees, which include: Security, Green Team, Westwood Village, Traffic, Holmby Park, Architectural Supervising Committee, 4th of July event, Filming (in the neighborhood), Membership, LAPD liaison and more.

Please contact Dana Glenn, our Office Manager, and let her know that you want to join our Board. Send an email to hwpoa@aol.com or call (310) 470-1785 to contact Dana. The deadline for submissions is March 18. We look forward to hearing from you!!

2.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

BRANDISHING WEAPON, EXHIBITING DEADLY WEAPON
Incident #: 240805826
800 BLOCK COMSTOCK AV  |  2/18/2024 @ 2:30 AM

ROBBERY (taking property of another by means of force or fear)
Incident #: 240805814
800 BLOCK BIRCHWOOD DR  |  2/17/2024 @ 11:15 AM
(Stranger on Street) Verbal Threat – Male Hispanic 20-30yrs approached Victim/Nanny while she was walking a toddler. Suspect asked Victim to give him her cellphone and money and the Victim complied. Suspect fled the scene on foot with money. Suspect was possibly working at nearby construction site.

BURGLARY (entry of structure w/intent to commit theft or a felony)
Incident #: 240800613
200 BLOCK LORING AV  |  2/19/2024 @ 7:00 PM

File a Police Report Online: click here
EMERGENCY: 911
NON-EMERGENCY: 1-877-275-5273
All other City Services: 311
West L.A. Community Police Station –1663 Butler Ave.
James Allen, Senior Lead Officer
Office: 310-444-0741
Email: 39318@lapd.online
West LA Community Police Station Website:  click here
LAPD Website: www.lapdonline.org

3.  WEST LAPD COMMUNITY UPDATE MEETING

You are invited to:

West LAPD Community Update Meeting
via Zoom

Wednesday, February 28th
5:00pm – 6:30pm

Some of the agenda items include:

• Welcome our New Captains, Area Captain Richard Gabaldon, Patrol Captain Alisha Jorda and C-PAB Coordinator, Officer III Christopher Pech
• Guest Speaker: Officer Blair Gabler – West Traffic Division
• Captain Richard Gabaldon and available SLOs will be updating us on current events in WLA

Join Zoom Meeting
https://lapd.zoom.us/j/2087969708

4.  FILMMAKERS ACQUIRE VILLAGE THEATER IN WESTWOOD

From Variety:

Filmmaker Jason Reitman has gathered more than two dozen filmmakers to help acquire Westwood’s historic Village Theater, which will program first-run and repertory programming.

The collection of directors will showcase props, wardrobe and film prints from their personal collections, included Chris Columbus’ extensive collection of 16mm film prints.

The theater will continue to operate while plans to add a restaurant, bar and gallery are underway.

The group includes JJ Abrams, Judd Apatow, Damien Chazelle, Chris Columbus, Ryan Coogler, Bradley Cooper, Alfonso Cuarón, Jonathan Dayton, Guillermo del Toro, Valerie Faris, Hannah Fidell, Alejandro González Iñárritu, James Gunn, Sian Heder, Rian Johnson, Gil Kenan, Karyn Kusama, Justin Lin, Phil Lord, David Lowery, Christopher McQuarrie, Chris Miller, Christopher Nolan, Alexander Payne, Todd Phillips, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Jay Roach, Seth Rogen, Emma Seligman, Brad Silberling, Steven Spielberg, Emma Thomas, Denis Villeneuve, Lulu Wang, and Chloé Zhao.

To read the complete article, please click below:

Variety Article
Jason Reitman Acquires Village Theater

5.  ARTICLE ABOUT STAN BERMAN – STAN’S DONUTS

Last week we reported on the passing of Stan Berman, owner of Stan’s Donuts in Westwood Village.  The UCLA Daily Bruin has published an article about Stan that you may be interested in reading.  Please see below.

Daily Bruin Article
Stan Berman Remembered

6.  BIRD SCOOTERS IN BANKRUPTCY

From the Daily Bruin:

Bird, a shared electric scooter and bike company, announced its filing for bankruptcy Dec. 20.

While economic experts posit that Bird’s bankruptcy can be attributed to macroeconomic trends, industry-specific challenges and internal factors, industry leaders and scholars maintain distinct views on what this may mean for the future of e-scooter companies.

Scooters brandished with the bright blue Bird logo can often be spotted on campus and in Westwood because Bird has been the only e-scooter company legally permitted to operate on UCLA’s campus since 2019, according to UCLA Transportation.

Despite the popularity and appeal of Bird scooters, Bird riders received an email titled “Happy New Years & An Important Business Update” at the start of 2024 announcing the company’s filing for bankruptcy. The email detailed that as of Dec. 20, Bird had filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, through which the company will undergo financial restructuring for three to four months.

To read complete article, please click below:

Daily Bruin Article
Bird’s Bankruptcy Announcement

7.  SUMMER CAMP FAIR

The L.A. Camp Fair is back and better than ever, ready to help you find the perfect summer program for your kids. With over 60 local, national, and international camps all in one place, you’ll have endless options to choose from. Whether your child’s interested in sports, arts, adventure, or academics – we’ve got a camp for them and you will find it at the L.A. Camp Fair.

L.A. Camp Fair
Sunday, March 3rd
12:00-3:00 PM
at Pauley Pavilion at UCLA

Widely considered one of the top camp fairs in the country, we’ve helped thousands of families find the perfect camp for their kids through our camp fairs and we are looking forward to helping your find yours.

Click here for more information.

8.  COFFEE WITH A COP – WESTWOOD VILLAGE

Coffee with a Cop: Building Community Together!
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
10:30am – 12:30pm

Ministry of Coffee
1010 Glendon Ave
in Westwood Village

Together, let’s work towards building meaningful connections, addressing concerns, and enhancing the safety and well-being of our community. This is your chance to meet and engage with the dedicated professionals who serve and protect our neighborhood.

Come join the Westwood Village Improvement Association at the Ministry of Coffee for “Coffee with a Cop,” where we’ll collaborate with the LAPD and the Westwood Ambassadors to create an engaging and enjoyable gathering.

9.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Playwrights Readings
Saturday, March 2nd at 2:00 pm
in the Westwood Library Community Room

The Alliance of Los Angeles Playwrights invites you to attend a performance of new original work by its members. Professional actors will read a wide variety of original material with the script in hand. The playwrights will stay afterward to answer your questions and talk about theater. Light refreshments will be served at the end of the program.

The selected scripts are the following:

• Will the Real Richard Please Stand Up by Sandra Cruze
• Social Worker of the Year by Sarah Hunter
• Bear Judgment by Thomas J. Misuraca
• Overdue by Felix Racelis
• Sexy Grandma by Laura Force Scruggs
• Get It On Granny by Brandon Wilkins

Please RSVP to publiclibraryreadings@laplaywrights.org with your name and how many people will be attending.

This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of Westwood Library.

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Spring Concert – Copland, Rutter, Williams!
Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 7:30pm
at Westwood Presbyterian Church

Westwood Presbyterian Church’s Music at Westwood presents their Spring Concert, Copland, Rutter, Williams! The concert will feature music by John Rutter, Aaron Copland and legendary film composer John Williams. It will be conducted by Westwood Presbyterian’s Director of Music, Dan Redfeld, and will feature soloists Christina Borgioli, Devon Davidson, Emily Kerrigan, Elias Berezin, Emerson Boatwright, Matthew Lewis and the WPC Chancel Choir accompanied by the WPC Chamber Orchestra.

Admission to the concert is $30 for adults, collected at the door and available on Eventbrite prior to the concert. Guests under 18 are admitted free.

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CicLAvia Melrose
Sunday, February 25 from 9am-3pm
along Melrose Ave.

For one day, a 4-mile stretch of Melrose Avenue from Fairfax to Vermont will be transformed to a one-day pop-up park that people can enjoy in their favorite people-powered way, whether that’s walking, jogging, biking, roller skating, skating, or simply spectating! All ages and abilities are welcome, and the event is free to attend. Free pedi-cabs will also be offered during the event so no one is left out.

CicLAvia Melrose

10.  RESIDENT ADS

​​SEEKING ROOFER
We are in need of a roofer.  If you have any good recommendations, please let me know (by email or phone).  Thank you.

Andy Smith
andybabette@gmail.com
310-770-5674

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HOME ARCHITECT RECOMMENDATION
​​Skilled in seamlessly designing old with new, adding onto an existing house or starting from scratch, I highly recommend Jim Grant of Grant and Grant, who, with his partner, Robin, provide architectural and interior design services.  He has extensive knowledge of the Holmby Westwood neighborhood as he currently serves on the Westwood Community Design Review Board.  He is easy to work with and  realistic about costs and building time.

You can reach Jim at jg@grantandgrantai.com

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HWPOA Communication & Ad Policy:
Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.

HWPOA members are welcome to post free ads (such as ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc.) in the Holmby News.  When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News editor to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

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Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

• To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  
• To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
• To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.

HOLMBY NEWS
February 16, 2024

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  Seeking New HWPOA Board Members
2.  Membership to HWPOA – Thank You
3.  LAPD Crime Report
4.  Tree Trimming at Holmby Park
5.  Landline Telephone Service Could Be Discontinued
6.  Coffee with a Cop – Westwood Village
7.  Mayor’s Office – Nominate Your Favorite Small Business
8.  UCLA Botanical Garden Newsletter
9.  Activities & Things to Do

1.  SEEKING NEW HWPOA BOARD MEMBERS

Join the Board of Directors of
Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association

The HWPOA Board is seeking Holmby Westwood residents to volunteer to serve as a Director for 1 year. We ask only that you be a financially current member of the Association for the past 2 years and have an interest in maintaining and improving the quality of life we have all come to know and enjoy.  The election of the Board of Directors will take place in April.

Serving on our Board of Directors is a way to safeguard one of the largest investments you will make in your lifetime. You will have an extremely worthwhile experience while giving back to our community.  HWPOA is a highly respected association throughout the city and, with your involvement, we hope that will continue indefinitely.

We usually meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 PM. Our meetings have been on Zoom in recent years but we may transition back to in-person meetings, which will be held at Belmont Village (on Wilshire at Warner Ave.).

We encourage all Board members to join one of our committees, which include: Security, Green Team, Westwood Village, Traffic, Holmby Park, Architectural Supervising Committee, 4th of July event, Filming (in the neighborhood), Membership, LAPD liaison and more.

Please contact Dana Glenn, our Office Manager, and let her know that you want to join our Board. Send an email to hwpoa@aol.com or call (310) 470-1785 to contact Dana. The deadline for submissions is March 18. We look forward to hearing from you!!

2.  MEMBERSHIP TO HWPOA – THANK YOU

A very special thank you to our members who recently renewed their membership as a Supporting, Sponsoring or Sustaining Contributor. It is so helpful to our community and always good to know we are valued for the work that we do.

Your volunteer Board of Directors represents all of the areas of our 1100 homes, meets monthly, and works on committees directly enhancing your quality of life. Trees, streets, sidewalks, parks, Westwood Village, UCLA, LAPD, LAFD, LADWP, City Council, Building and Safety, filming, party houses, parking, and street cleaning are all addressed by the Board. We assist in solving problems and advocate on our members’ behalf. We are the ONLY member-supported, volunteer-run, non-profit homeowner organization dedicated to preserving and protecting the quality of life here in Holmby Westwood.

Thank you for your membership! We have 4 membership renewal cycles in Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall. When you receive your renewal notice, please consider renewing beyond the Basic Contribution. It helps to build a better and stronger community!

Thank you!

3.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

BURGLARY (entry of structure w/intent to commit theft or a felony)
Incident #: 240805446
10600 BLOCK LINDBROOK DR  |  2/7/2024 @ 6:00 PM
Unknown suspect smashed rear door, entered, ransacked and possibly removed property

BURGLARY (entry of structure w/intent to commit theft or a felony)
Incident #: 240805532
600 BLOCK LORING AV  |  2/11/2024 @ 9:15 PM

THEFT FROM VEHICLE – GRAND ($950.01 & over)
Incident #: 240805598
WILSHIRE BL & MALCOLM AV  |  2/5/2024 @ 5:30 PM

THEFT – PETTY (plain theft-petty) ($950 & under)
Incident #: 240805618
400 BLOCK HILGARD AV  |  1/19/2024 @ 1:15 PM

File a Police Report Online: click here
EMERGENCY: 911
NON-EMERGENCY: 1-877-275-5273
All other City Services: 311
West L.A. Community Police Station –1663 Butler Ave.
James Allen, Senior Lead Officer
Office: 310-444-0741
Email: 39318@lapd.online
West LA Community Police Station Website:  click here
LAPD Website: www.lapdonline.org

4.  TREE TRIMMING AT HOLMBY PARK

Our thanks to the Dept. of Recreation and Parks and to our Councilmember, Katy Yaroslavsky for the much needed tree trimming at Holmby Park.

It had been many years since the last trimming. Some trees were roped off as limbs had fallen, bee hives were causing problems, and tree growth had not been checked. The cost to trim exceeded $60,000. and took the Dept. several days to complete. Under the excellent supervision of Raul Mora, senior gardener and his staff, Holmby Park and the Armand Hammer Golf Course will continue to provide beautiful open space and park urban tree canopy for our community, enriching the lives of our residents.

5.  LANDLINE TELEPHONE SERVICE COULD BE DISCONTINUED

Landline telephone services could be discontinued for many in the Golden State after AT&T filed a petition that would allow it to stop servicing traditional landlines in California.  See the article below:

Westwood-Century City Patch Article:
Landlines In CA May Be Facing Their Death Blow

Even if this doesn’t impact you personally, it most certainly impacts many of our neighbors. We encourage you to submit a comment regarding the petition at:

AT&T Landlines – submit Public comments here

6.  COFFEE WITH A COP – WESTWOOD VILLAGE

Coffee with a Cop: Building Community Together!
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
10:30am – 12:30pm

Ministry of Coffee
1010 Glendon Ave
in Westwood Village

Together, let’s work towards building meaningful connections, addressing concerns, and enhancing the safety and well-being of our community. This is your chance to meet and engage with the dedicated professionals who serve and protect our neighborhood.

Come join the Westwood Village Improvement Association at the Ministry of Coffee for “Coffee with a Cop,” where we’ll collaborate with the LAPD and the Westwood Ambassadors to create an engaging and enjoyable gathering.

7.  MAYOR’S OFFICE – NOMINATE YOUR FAVORITE SMALL BUSINESS

The Mayor’s Office of Business and Economic Development is looking to learn more about the small businesses in your neighborhood that you love!

You are welcome to nominate more than one business. This list will be used for business awards and recognition by the City, business outreach, business highlights through the Mayor’s newsletter and social media, and location selection for future press conferences and events.

Your small business recommendation should be located within the City of Los Angeles’s jurisdiction, and should not be corporate chains/franchises (local, family chains are ok).

Please email your nominations to Patty Macias at patricia.macias@lacity.org.  Be sure to provide as much information as possible.  Or submit information via the link below:

L.A. Small Business Nomination

8.  UCLA BOTANICAL GARDEN NEWSLETTER

​​Dear Garden Friends,

We are thrilled to announce our first annual Clarkia Festival! On May 18, the Garden will be filled with music, art, and of course, the magnificent pink and purple blooms of our Clarkia flowers. Please join us for Garden tours and educational activities in LA’s beautiful springtime.

Don’t miss our other upcoming events, including a Hummingbird Workshop, a Members Only Nature Phone Photography Workshop, and a talk on native bees by Krystle Hickman.

I am happy to share that the Garden is starting the Botany Brown Bag public lectures. Many of you have been asking to learn about faculty research. On Feb 29, I will start this informal series with a fun talk, “Why trees go nuts”. On April 18, our faculty advisor Dr. Felipe Zapata will speak. We will look forward to seeing you.

Construction is bringing exciting changes to our Garden! Each day, it becomes easier to envision how stunning our new stream will be. Check out our progress during your next visit.

We look forward to seeing you in the Garden soon!

Victoria L. Sork,
Director, UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden and Herbarium

UCLA Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden
February 2024 Newsletter

9.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Spring Concert – Copland, Rutter, Williams!
Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 7:30pm
at Westwood Presbyterian Church

Westwood Presbyterian Church’s Music at Westwood presents their Spring Concert, Copland, Rutter, Williams! The concert will feature music by John Rutter, Aaron Copland and legendary film composer John Williams. It will be conducted by Westwood Presbyterian’s Director of Music, Dan Redfeld, and will feature soloists Christina Borgioli, Devon Davidson, Emily Kerrigan, Elias Berezin, Emerson Boatwright, Matthew Lewis and the WPC Chancel Choir accompanied by the WPC Chamber Orchestra.

Admission to the concert is $30 for adults, collected at the door and available on Eventbrite prior to the concert. Guests under 18 are admitted free.

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Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

• To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  
• To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
• To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.