Holmby News 12-23-14

HOLMBY NEWS
December 23, 2014

 

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

1.  Youth Golf Tournament
2.  LAPD Crime Report
3.  Door-to-Door Solicitors Alert
4.  Fire on Wilshire Blvd.
5.  Happy Holidays from HWPOA
6.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
7.  Resident Ads
8.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  YOUTH GOLF TOURNAMENT

Come join the Heroes Golf Course for a fun and exciting Youth Tournament! Event to be held on January 10, 2015.  Youth of all levels ages 5-18 are welcome. The tournament is held on a 9 Hole, Par-3 course located at the West Los Angeles VA.

Enjoy a day of golf with lunch and awards ceremony. Awards and raffle prizes include a bicycle valued at over $300, skateboards, Perfect Day Surf Camp certificates, and 4 tickets to the Northern Trust Open at the Rivera Country Club.

For more information please click here:
http://www.heroesgolfcourse.com/events-2/ 

Proceeds support the Heroes Golf Course and local veterans.

2.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

Current Trending Analysis:

Residential Burglaries: North of Santa Monica Blvd. (8 crimes), North of Wilshire Blvd. (7 crimes), and North of Sunset Blvd. (6 crimes), and adjacent hillside areas. Auto related crimes (Break Ins and Stolen Vehicles): North of santa Monica Blvd. (3 crimes), North of Wilshire Blvd. (4 crimes), North of Sunset Blvd. (4 crimes). Package Thefts appear to be trending throughout the area. Packages being delivered and left unattended in accessible areas are being stolen. Please arrange to have packages dropped off in a secure location or receivable location.

Protect yourself from becoming a victim and crime statistic. Ensure that you remove all visible items and valuables from inside of your vehicle. Your car, regardless of whether it’s locked and secured or not, is not a safe or secure place to leave ANYTHING! Remember, Lock It, Hide It, Keep It!

Burglary:
800 block Warner Ave. RD: 0828. On 11/27/14, at 2:30 PM, suspect smashed front glass louvers to gain entry. Suspect was arrested at the residence.

10600 block Lindbrook Drive. RD: 0828. On 11/21/14, between 5:00 PM and 6:30 PM, suspect(s) entered residence via open side laundry room door and removed jewelry.

1200 block Holmby Ave. RD: 0829. On 11/20/14, between 5:45 AM and 4:10 PM, suspect(s) entered residence via open bedroom window and removed cash.

Burglary Theft from Motor Vehicle:
300 block Hilgard Ave. RD: 0819. On 11/16/14, between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM, unknown suspect(s) entered unlocked vehicle parked in driveway and removed garage door opener.

Grand/Petty Theft:
600 block S. Warner Ave. RD: 0828. Between 11/12/14 and 11/13/14, unknown suspect(s) entered the backyard of a construction site and removed work tools.

3.  DOOR-TO-DOOR SOLICITORS ALERT

A resident reported that on several evenings recently, a gentleman went up and down her street soliciting door-to-door, claiming that he just got out of prison and is working to get donations to help youth as part of his effort to remake himself. He dresses well. The first time, the resident gave him money and told him not to go around the neighborhood when its dark ringing bells because it makes people uncomfortable having a stranger at their door when its dark.

It is possible that this person is legitimate and his efforts are genuine.  However, it is also possible that he is “scoping out the neighborhood”, noting cars in driveways, who is home, etc. Please take precautions and be on alert.

4.  FIRE ON WILSHIRE BLVD

On Satuday, Dec. 20, a fire broke out in a five-story apartment building in Westwood, prompting firefighters to evacuate some residents.  The blaze ignited around 8:30 p.m. at Wilshire Manor Apartments located at 10635 Wilshire Boulevard, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.  Officials said someone with an unspecified injury was taken to a hospital.  A “handful” of residents were evacuated. Wilshire Boulevard was closed between Manning and Westholme avenues.  Crews were able to knock down the fire by 9:40 p.m.  Investigators said the blaze originated with an electrical box.  The extent of the damage was not yet known.

5.  HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM HWPOA

The Holmby Westwood Board of Directors would like to wish everyone a happy holiday season!  Thank you for your support of HWPOA!

6.  HWPOA COMMUNICATION AND AD POLICY

Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com

Ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc. will be posted in the weekly News. Emergency situations such as coyote sightings, lost and found pets, traffic alerts and similar situations will continue to be published during the week as received.

When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News moderator to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

7.  RESIDENT ADS

ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE NEEDS HOUSING

Dear HWPOA members,
Ann Carlson, a CAP UCLA artist-in-residence for 2015-16, needs housing on the Westside. She is looking for an inexpensive sublet for a year beginning Jan. 1, 2015. If you have any availability please contact me, Kathleen Quisenberry, at catalina1066@gmail.com.
Thank you and happy holidays.

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BODY MASSAGE

I have a wonderful woman who comes to my home and give me a massage. She is reliable and qualified.
I highly recommend her services.
Her name is Carol Everett.
Phone 1 – 818-359-5242
Very reasonable.
E. Weintraub
310 567 8584

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SEEKING ELDER CARE

Elder Care person needed, for work in Encino, caring for my mother, to begin in January 2015. Prefer full time or close to full time.

Must have personal references, legally ok to work. $15 an hour plus social security.

Contact Emily Feigenson at efeigenson@hw.com for more information or to pass along info/referral.

8.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 
914 Westwood Blvd. Suite 573 
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-470-1785 
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org 

Holmby News 12-9-14

HOLMBY NEWS
December 9, 2014

 

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

1.  Warner Avenue Courtyard Sale
2.  Found Dog
3.  West LA Little League Registration
4.  Movie Premiere – Street Closures on Dec. 10
5.  Upcoming Community Events

6.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
7.  Resident Ads
8.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  WARNER AVENUE COURTYARD SALE

THE HOLIDAYS ARE NEAR!
SHOP AND SUPPORT WARNER!

Hello neighbors! Warner Avenue Elementary is having its annual Courtyard Holiday Sale this Thursday, December 11th from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm (615 Holmby Ave., in the front courtyard). Local vendors will be offering wonderful gifts for your family and friends this holiday season!

Fashion Accessories – Home Gifts – Jewelry
Kids – Candles – Toys

Vendors include Boulmiche (women’s high fashion), Bed Head (pajamas), Dale Michele (fashion /accessories), Pattern (handbags), JP Designs (jewelry), Scentsy Candles, 13 Bakery, Le Cadeaux (melamine dishware), Keiko (robes & blankets), Steel Bee Green (eco-friendly stainless steel dishware), Nux (yoga and active wear), Packits (luggage/ coolers), Jennifer Shon Jewelry, Not Rational! (leather engraved bags), Such-a-Deal (sports balls), Sports Memorabilia, Parisa Shamoeil’s Jewelry, American Express gift cards, California Pizza Kitchen gift cards, toys and more! The Coolhaus ice cream sandwich truck will also be there!

2.  FOUND DOG

Yesterday, a resident found a small, white dog near Loring and Thayer. It is probably a Maltese/Chihauhau mix, about 4 pounds.  If you lost this dog or know the owner, please contact Susan at 310-729-4921.  Thank you!

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3.  WEST LA LITTLE LEAGUE REGISTRATION

West LA LITTLE LEAGUE (WLALL)
SPRING REGISTRATION, NOW OPEN!

Four reasons to sign up now:
1. ICONIC  2. COMPETITIVE  3. TASTY  4. NEW

ICONIC: 2015 marks the 64th year of little league baseball in West LA

COMPETITIVE – Last year’s AAA (9-10 year olds) and Majors (11-12 year olds) teams were District 25 Champs – The Major team has won 3 in a row!

TASTY- New Snack Shack – WLALL is excited to partner with legendary Earlez Grille for a top-notch ballpark experience.

NEW – Updated minor league batting cages. Also, the LAPD and the LA City Park and Recreation is now actively working with us to keep the park clean and safe. Security will be provided at all times during the spring season. In addition, new lighting has been implemented, making night games safe and fun.

Register now for a wonderful little league baseball experience!
http://www.wlalittleleague.org/

For corporate or family sponsorship opportunities, please email Mark asap at mark@markestinc.com.  The Bad News Bears Fields are located at Sepulveda Blvd at Ohio.  Banner locations for sponsorship will be allocated by Jan 1, 2015.

4.  MOVIE PREMIERE – STREET CLOSURES ON  DEC. 10

Dreamworks SKG will be holding the premiere of “Expelled”, at 7:30 PM on Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at the Regency Village Theater, located at 961 Broxton Ave.

Portions of Broxton Ave. and Weyburn Ave., including street, curb lane and sidewalks will be closed to pedestrian and street traffic on the day of the event.

If you have any questions regarding this event, feel free to contact Angela Ruffin or Marguerite Pellegrin at Entertainment Lighting Service at 818-769-9800.

5.  UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

Westside Winter Shelter Donation Drive – The Westside Winter Shelter Program offers hundreds of homeless people on the Westside a warm bed. The Shelter will be open from December 1, 2014 – March 1, 2015 and we need your help to ensure the program has the supplies it needs to operate. For details of how to help, please click here: WinterShelterDonations2014

Spark of Love Toy Drive – The Los Angeles Fire Department Holiday Toy Program for Needy Children collects new unwrapped toys or sporting goods and distributes to identified recipients prior to December 25. Donations may be dropped off at your local Fire Station in Southern California during the holiday season. For more information, please click here: https://www.calfund.org/sparkoflove

Westwood Library Events – On December 13th, at 1:30 p.m. we celebrate Dylan Thomas’ Centenary with Joe Praml. He will read works by this great Welsh poet, including A Child’s Christmas in Wales. The festive cheer continues on the following Saturday, December 20th, at 2:00 p.m., when various members of Theatre 40 will read holiday stories.  For more information and to see a list of other library event, please click here:
http://friendsofwestwoodlibrary.org/events.html

6.  HWPOA COMMUNICATION AND AD POLICY

Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com

Ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc. will be posted in the weekly News. Emergency situations such as coyote sightings, lost and found pets, traffic alerts and similar situations will continue to be published during the week as received.

When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News moderator to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

7.  RESIDENT ADS

SEEKING ROOFING COMPANY

We need to have the roof repaired or replaced. Does anyone have a recommendation? Thanks. Betty Bigmuddla@aol.com

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SEEKING CHIMNEY CLEANER

I needed an honest chimney check and cleaning. any recommendations? thank you Judy  judyfrosenberg@gmail.com

8.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 
914 Westwood Blvd. Suite 573 
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-470-1785 
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org 

Holmby News 12-3-14

HOLMBY NEWS
December 3, 2014

 

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

1.  Flood Prevention and Preparedness
2.  Meet Your Neighborhood Prosecutor
3.  Thank You Belmont Village
4.  Upcoming Community Events
5.  Sarah Leonard Jewelers Holiday Party

6.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
7.  Resident Ads
8.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  FLOOD PREVENTION AND PREPAREDNESS

With our first rain of the season, the LAFD has provided a few safety reminders:

  • Ensure that all drains, gutters and downspouts are functioning properly. This is especially important for flat-roofed buildings.
  • Keep ground-level drains and drainage areas (ditches, swales, small channels) free of debris.
  • Contact your insurance agent to assure that your flood and storm coverage is adequate and in effect. Confirm the 24-hour contact, policy and claim numbers for your insurer(s). Place that information in your cell phone and a printed copy in the glove box of your car.
  • Review your Family Emergency Plan and prepare an Emergency Supply Kit that includes food, water, medications, flashlight, battery-powered radio, rain gear and first aid supplies.
  • Landscape slope areas with plants that are fire retardant and suitable for erosion control.
  • Keep sandbags, plywood, plastic sheeting, lumber, hand tools and other materials handy for addressing stormwater issues.

TIPS FOR PERSONAL SAFETY DURING A FLOOD:

  • Do not walk through flowing water. Drowning is the number-one cause of flood deaths, mostly during flash floods. Currents can be deceptive; six inches of moving water can knock you off your feet.
  • Do not drive through a flooded area. More people drown in their car than anywhere else. Do not drive around road barriers; the road or bridge may be washed out.
  • Stay away from power lines and electrical wires. A common flood killer is electrocution. Electrical currents can travel through water.
  • Report downed power lines in the City of Los Angeles to the Department of Water and Power (800-DIAL-DWP) or emergency officials.

2.  MEET YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD PROSECUTOR

LA City Attorney Mike Feuer invites you to meet your new West LA Neighborhood Prosecutor.  If you are concerned about your neighborhood or have questions, please attend this event and meet Veronica de la Cruz-Robles.

Thursday, December 4 at 6:30 PM
West LA Municipal Bldg.
1645 Corinth Ave., Room 200
Los Angeles, CA  90025

For more information, please click here:
http://www.wwnc.org/assets/community/NPPWLACommunity%20Flyer-WLANC.pdf

3.  THANK YOU BELMONT VILLAGE

Belmont Village (Senior Living Facility in Westwood) has graciously let the HWPOA Board of Directors utilize their facilities for our monthly meetings.  As a thank you, the HWPOA Board recently sent them a floral arrangement to be displayed in their lobby during the holidays.  Thank you, Belmont!

4.  UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

Westside Winter Shelter Donation Drive – The Westside Winter Shelter Program offers hundreds of homeless people on the Westside a warm bed. The Shelter will be open from December 1, 2014 – March 1, 2015 and we need your help to ensure the program has the supplies it needs to operate. For details of how to help, please click here: WinterShelterDonations2014

Spark of Love Toy Drive – The Los Angeles Fire Department Holiday Toy Program for Needy Children collects new unwrapped toys or sporting goods and distributes to identified recipients prior to December 25. Donations may be dropped off at your local Fire Station in Southern California during the holiday season. For more information, please click here: https://www.calfund.org/sparkoflove

Quartet in Residence @ Westwood Library – The last concert of the year for the popular Quartet in Residence series at the Westwood Library will be held on December 7 at 2:30 PM. For a quick peek at the last concert, please click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84oB6KmBOb8

Handel’s Messiah Sing-Along – Friday, Dec. 5th at 8:00 PM at Westwood Presbyterian Church (10822 Wilshire).  Admission is free.  For more information, please click here: http://westwoodpres.org/events/messiah-sing-along/

Westwood Library Used Book Sale – Saturday, Dec. 6th from 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.  Pick up some great bargains while helping your library.

5.  SARAH LEONARD JEWELERS HOLIDAY PARTY

HWPOA would like to support our local businesses.  Sarah Leonard Jewelers in Westwood is hosting a 68th Anniversary Holiday Party and Sale on Thursday, Dec.  4th, from 6pm-9pm.  30% off all vintage and estate jewelry and watches.  For more information, please click here:  http://sarahleonardjewelers.com/2014_holiday_invite.html

6.  HWPOA COMMUNICATION AND AD POLICY

Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com

Ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc. will be posted in the weekly News. Emergency situations such as coyote sightings, lost and found pets, traffic alerts and similar situations will continue to be published during the week as received.

When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News moderator to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

7.  RESIDENT ADS

SEEKING FULL TIME HOUSEKEEPER

Our housekeeper of 35 years is retiring and we wish to replace her. The new housekeeper would work full time and live in or out. Duties include preparing simple evening meal, house cleaning, and laundry, To apply, call 310-890-9059

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SEEKING HOUSE PAINTER

I am looking for an exterior and interior house painter.  Must be honest, nice and provide good, quality workmanship.  1-2 workers preferred (not a big company).  If you have any recommendations, please call Marie at (310) 600-4726.  Thank you.

8.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 
914 Westwood Blvd. Suite 573 
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-470-1785 
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org