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Holmby News 8-26-22

HOLMBY NEWS
August 26, 2022

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

1.  LAPD Crime Report
2.  Water-Wise Lawn Alternatives – Images
3.  Antisemitic Flyers in Westside Neighborhoods
4.  CERT – Emergency Response Training
5.  City Council Candidates Forum
6.  UCLA Nimoy Theater – Construction Update
7
.  Activities & Things to Do
8.  Resident Ads
9. 
HWPOA Contact Information

1.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

BICYCLE – STOLEN
Incident #: 220813369
10400 BLOCK LINDBROOK DR  |  8/16/2022 @ 5:45 PM

THEFT-GRAND (plain theft-grand) $950.01 & over
Incident #: 220813450
400 BLOCK LORING AV  |  8/16/2022 @ 10:00 PM

VEHICLE, STOLEN
Incident #: 220813591
1000 BLOCK WESTHOLME AV  |  8/22/2022 @ 6:00 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

2.  WATER-WISE LAWN ALTERNATIVES – IMAGES

Earlier this week, HWPOA sent out an article regarding drought-tolerant lawn alternatives.  Several homeowners requested that we include images with the article and also asked where they might see the options in-person.

Click the link below to see the Water-Wise artilcle updated with pictures.  These are pictures from Google.

Water-Wise Lawn Alternatives – with pictures

If you would like to see these alternatives in-person, many are available at Armstrong Garden Center (the closest of which is on Wilshire at Centinela).

If you have any of these ground cover alternatives on your property, we would love to know about it – pros, cons, photos, etc. so that we may pass along the information to other homeowners.  Send an email to hwpoa@aol.com.

3.  ANTISEMITIC FLYERS IN WESTSIDE NEIGHBORHOODS

Yesterday, Congressman Ted W. Lieu (D-Los Angeles County), Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Anti-Semitism Task Force, called on the FBI to launch a formal investigation into the hateful flyers that were distributed to homes in Brentwood and Pacific Palisades this past weekend.

In a letter to FBI Director Christopher Wray, Rep. Lieu urged the FBI to do more to address the recurrent acts of antisemitism committed in and around Los Angeles County, noting that this week’s incidents were not the first time members of the community have received such flyers.

Read the letter here

In conjunction with sending the letter, Rep. Lieu issued the following statement:

“I condemn in the strongest possible terms the antisemitic flyers distributed in Brentwood and Pacific Palisades over the weekend. These recent incidents follow a string of antisemitic acts that have shocked and appalled our community. We need the Department of Justice to help local law enforcement track down those responsible for these flyers, and to address the antisemitism that is on the rise here and all over the country. We have to hold perpetrators accountable and prevent these incidents. I stand in solidarity with our Jewish neighbors and urge the FBI to do more to keep our community safe.”

4.  CERT – EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING

COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING – CERT

CERT Training is back. You can be prepared.  Please sign up today.

A new CERT course is starting on September 12. Registration required:

CERT Registration – click here

CERT members are trained in basic disaster response skills such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization and disaster medical operations. You will learn how to prepare for emergencies, what supplies you should NOW have in your house, how much food, how much water but most importantly, how to protect your family in an emergency!

  • Starts on September 12 at 6:30 pm. Every week on Mondays.
  • Location: Fire Station 59 – at the corner of Butler and Olympic
  • You must register on Eventbrite to attend. Search for: LAFD CERT FS 59

At graduation, you will receive a certificate from LAFD that you have gone through the training. CERT graduates are then eligible to join advanced skills training and the CERT Call Out Team. CERT Call Out assists firefighters while fighting fires, provides safety during community events, and provides fire surveillance, and lots more.

5.  CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATES FORUM

The Los Angeles Conservancy is pleased to present Preservation Perspectives: Meet the 2022 L.A. City Candidates. Join us to hear Council District 5 candidates Sam Yebri and Katy Young Yaroslavsky discuss the role of preservation in their vision for L.A.’s future. Registration is free!

Los Angeles Conservancy
City Council District 5 – Candidates Forum
Wednesday, August 31st at 12:00 pm
Live on Zoom
Registration Required

Click here to Register

6.  UCLA NIMOY THEATER – CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

Thanks to Sam Yebri for the following update:

Work on the Historic UCLA Nimoy Theater in Westwood Progresses as its March 2023 Opening Nears: The magnificent Crest Westwood Theater, a City Historic-Cultural Monument, is being transformed into a flexible, state-of-the-art space for live performance, the UCLA Nimoy Theater.  Exciting progress is being made, while the magnificent interior wall murals and other character-defining features have been carefully preserved.

The theater will be named in honor of longtime Westwood and CD5 resident and legendary actor Leonard Nimoy, made possible by a magnanimous naming gift from his widow, Susan Bay Nimoy. The Nimoy Theater will become the newest cultural jewel in CD5 when it opens in late March 2023, and will be jointly operated by the acclaimed Center for the Art of Performance at UCLA and the UCLA School of Arts and Architecture.

7.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

UCLA Film & Television Archive and the Hugh M. Hefner Classic American Film Program present:
LARRY CLARK FILMOGRAPHY
August 26-28
at the Billy Wilder Theater

With an expansive vision of cinema and its possibilities informed by his work as a painter and photographer, Larry Clark became a leading member of the L.A. Rebellion, a group of Black filmmakers at UCLA who forged new cinema aesthetics that could be responsive to the spiritual, cultural and political needs of the Black community. The UCLA Film & Television Archive presents a weekend-long survey of Clark’s filmography.

In person: Larry Clark will attend each screening.

Larry Clark Programs & Events
Click here for more information

8.  RESIDENT ADS

SEEKING HANDYMAN REFERRAL
Help please! Our handyman has retired!  Holmby-Westwood neighbor would appreciate a referral for a good handy/ general repair person who’s dependable and committed to high quality work.

Thank you very much!  Nquateman@gmail.com.


ANATOMIE SPORTSWEAR TRUNK SHOW
Anatomie sportswear trunk show in Little Holmby September 1-14.  New clients receive 15% off! A fabulous collection of pants, jackets, vests, tees, dresses in our exclusive European fabric that is SPF50, wrinkle free and machine washable.  Many pieces are also perfect for the golf course or tennis and pickle ball!  Ideal for travel: lightweight and comfortable, but you will look put together! This fall collection also includes high quality cashmere pieces in beautiful colors and many styles.

Contact Denise for your appointment: dzbarta@aol.com; (310) 721-2500


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.

9.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

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://squareup.com/store/hwpoa

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 8-19-22

HOLMBY NEWS
August 19, 2022

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

1.  LAPD Crime Report
2.  Holmby Park Playground Update
3.  Metro Purple Line – Wilshire Construction
4.  City Council Candidates Forum
5.  Movie Premiere – Street Closures
6. 
Activities & Things to Do
7.  Resident Ads
8. 
HWPOA Contact Information

1.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

Incident at Warner & Wilshire
Several homeowners reported an incident involving police on Wednesday, Aug. 17 around 10 or 11:00 AM.  According to the LAPD, a parent called the police when her child (a young adult) was suffering from a mental health issue and climbed on to the roof of a house.  No additional details have been provided.

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.  HOLMBY PARK PLAYGROUND UPDATE

Here Today, Gone Tomorrow – The Holmby Park playground renovation project is now under way.  Contractors for the project have removed the current playground and are working to install the new equipment.

We hope the project will be completed soon.  In the meantime, stop by the park and watch the progress!

3.  METRO PURPLE LINE – WILSHIRE CONSTRUCTION

TRAFFIC ALERT
Westwood/UCLA Station: Purple (D Line) Extension Transit Project
Wilshire Blvd. between Veteran Ave. and Gayley Ave

Metro contractors will begin decking on Wilshire Blvd. in mid-August 2022.  Decking along Wilshire Blvd. between Veteran Ave. and Westwood Ave. is anticipated to be completed in 14 weekends.  There will be temporary partial street closures implemented on Wilshire Blvd. in four stages.  Decking work will be completed during continuous weekends, Friday through Monday.

Decking is a process where the street is excavated at a depth of about 10 to 12 feet and deck beams are installed over the piles. Concrete precast deck panels are then installed over the deck beams to create a temporary street surface for vehicles and pedestrian access.  This work allows for construction activities to continue below the surface of Wilshire Blvd. and help reduce community impacts.  Traffic will be detoured around the construction work.

August 19th through September 12th,
Continuous work hours: Friday, 11:00 p.m. through Monday,  6:00 a.m.

Notices will be updated weekly and more details can be found here.

4.  CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATES FORUM

The Los Angeles Conservancy is pleased to present Preservation Perspectives: Meet the 2022 L.A. City Candidates. Join us to hear Council District 5 candidates Sam Yebri and Katy Young Yaroslavsky discuss the role of preservation in their vision for L.A.’s future. Registration is free!

Los Angeles Conservancy
City Council District 5 – Candidates Forum
Wednesday, August 31st at 12:00 pm
Live on Zoom
Registration Required

Click here to Register

5.  MOVIE PREMIERE – STREET CLOSURES

Netflix will be holding the premiere of “ME TIME”, at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, August 23, 2022, at the Regency Village Theater, located at 961 Broxton Ave.

There will be various sidewalk and street closures around the area of Broxton Avenue between Weyburn Avenue and Le Conte Avenue.

6.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

CICLAVIA – MEET THE HOLLYWOODS
Sunday, August 21 from 9am to 4pm

On Sunday, August 21, the streets in Hollywood and West Hollywood will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. so that you can jog, ride, bike, skate, run, walk, skateboard, or spectate and enjoy the route however you want.  Our routes are welcoming to people of all ages and abilities! This CicLAvia is in partnership with City of West Hollywood and City of LA. and is presented by Metro.

Learn more at:
CicLAvia – Meet the Hollywoods


UCLA Botanical Garden Twilight Hours
5:30pm-7:30pm every Thursday night in August
at the UCLA Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden (707 Tiverton)

Members Only Event – Thanks to our special extended hours, members can now see the Garden in a whole new light!  Members get exclusive Twilight Hour access to the Garden from 5:30pm-7:30pm every Thursday night in August.  Roam around the Garden, enjoy a few snacks, or have a lovely picnic amongst the tall trees as you enjoy our peaceful, living museum.

For event information and to become a member, please CLICK HERE.

7.  RESIDENT ADS

SEEKING CAREGIVER – NIGHT SHIFT
Looking for female caregiver to work Monday through Friday night shift (8:30 PM to 8:30 AM) for senior woman who lives on the Wilshire Corridor.  Strong references required.

Contact Denise (310-721-2500) or Marci (310-948-8715).


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.

8.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

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://squareup.com/store/hwpoa

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 8-12-22

HOLMBY NEWS
August 12, 2022

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

1.  Back to School Safety
2.  U.S. Open is Coming to L.A. Next June
3.  LAPD Crime Report
4.  L.A. Sets New Water Conservation Record
5.  Westwood Village Updates
6.  Join NotifyLA for Life-Saving Alerts
7
.  Activities & Things to Do
8.  Resident Ads
9. 
HWPOA Contact Information

1.  BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY

Next week, LAUSD opens the 2022-23 school year with in-person instruction, including Warner Avenue Elementary.  Welcome Back!

Please be careful when driving around the neighborhood at drop-off and pick-up times, and if you are a parent of a student, please observe all safety regulations when dropping off or picking up your children. Let’s keep the neighborhood safe!

2.  U.S. OPEN IS COMING TO L.A. NEXT JUNE

Last week, I was fortunate to have met with the USGA Championship Director of the U.S. Open, Charlie Howe, Michael Beam, GM/COO of LACC, and Ashley Chedwick, U.S. Open Director for LACC. Because this championship will attract an expected attendance of 22,000 with activities spanning the same dates of graduation weekend at UCLA, I was interested in knowing plans for the Westwood area, specifically Holmby Westwood.

The 123rd U.S. Open will take place at The Los Angeles Country Club next June beginning Mon., June 12th and continuing through Sun., June 18th. (LACC is on Wilshire between Beverly Hills and Comstock. There are two 18-hole golf courses spanning both sides of Wilshire Blvd.

The meeting was extremely helpful in understanding parking, transportation, and security needs of both the U.S. Open and the surrounding residential community.  A summary of the meeting can be found here:

U.S. Open – Meeting Summary

For ticket information, to know when tickets go on sale or receive relevant ticket updates, go to https://www.usopen.com/2023-tickets-updates.html

More than 3,500 volunteers will be needed to help in conducting the championship. They are an integral part of the U.S. Open Championship experience. To register to volunteer or for more information, visit: www.usga.org/2023usopenvolunteers.

The USGA is collecting information from nearby homeowners who are interested in potentially renting their home to a player during the week of the championship. While the majority of the 156 players stay in hotels, there are some that consider renting. The length of rental is typically 7-10 days. If you would like more information, email 2023usopen@usga.org

3.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

PICKPOCKET – PICKPURSE (form of grand theft person)
Incident #: 220813043
900 BLOCK HILGARD AV  |  8/5/2022 @ 11:52 AM

BURGLARY (entry of structure w/intent to commit theft or a felony)
Incident #: 220813114
200 BLOCK WOODRUFF AV  |  8/10/2022 @ 8:15 AM

BURGLARY FROM VEHICLE
Incident #: 220813103
600 BLOCK S BEVERLY GLEN BL  |  8/10/2022 @ 1:00 AM

SLIDING GLASS DOOR SAFETY
The LAPD has reported to us that the West LA area has had an increase in residential burglaries the past week. We have seen a trend in suspects prying open patio sliders and entering. If you have a sliding glass door try and place a wood dowel or stick that prevent the door from sliding open.

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.  L.A. SETS NEW WATER CONSERVATION RECORD

One month after reducing outdoor watering from three days a week to two, LADWP customers achieved the all-time lowest per capita water use for any month of June on record in the City of Los Angeles!

For more information about additional ways to save water, and to find a comprehensive list of rebates and programs, please visit www.ladwp.com/save.

5.  WESTWOOD VILLAGE UPDATES

Thanks to the Westwood Village Improvement Association for the following updates:

Tulsi Eatery Grand Opening
Tulsi Eatery is opening at 10916 Lindbrook Dr. on August 15th. The all-vegetarian menu offers regional dishes from across India, as well as modern fusions. To celebrate the grand opening, the restaurant will be offering specials August 15-21.

Westwood is Hiring! (corrected link included below)
We rounded up a list of businesses in the Village that are hiring and hosted a “virtual job fair” on Instagram. Looking for a job? Look here (click on the “Now Hiring” story highlights).

6.  JOIN NOTIFY LA FOR LIFE-SAVING ALERTS

In a disaster, we all need as many ways as possible to stay informed and receive possibly life-saving alerts. The best way to ensure you receive emergency preparedness and disaster response alerts is NotifyLA.

NotifyLA is used to share critical emergency information with the public, including alerts such as evacuation orders, severe weather alerts, shelter-in-place, and more.

Create an account and enter your contact information using this link:

NotifyLA – Sign Up

7.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Botanical Garden Twilight Hours
5:30pm-7:30pm every Thursday night in August
at the UCLA Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden (707 Tiverton)

Members Only Event – Thanks to our special extended hours, members can now see the Garden in a whole new light!  Members get exclusive Twilight Hour access to the Garden from 5:30pm-7:30pm every Thursday night in August.  Roam around the Garden, enjoy a few snacks, or have a lovely picnic amongst the tall trees as you enjoy our peaceful, living museum.

For event information and to become a member, please CLICK HERE.

8.  RESIDENT ADS

WONDERFUL CAREGIVER SEEKING WORK
My mom sadly passed away a few weeks ago. She had the most wonderful caregiver imaginable – loving, warm, smart, understanding, hardworking, reliable, creative, patient. I can’t say enough good things about her. I would like to her to find a job in the area with another family who will treat her well.  She capably handles all her patient’s needs, including administering medications; doctors‘ visits; personal grooming; appropriate exercise and other activities; cooking; driving; light cleaning. She wants to work full-time and can live in or out.

Best to reach her through email at:
Shygrace13@yahoo.com


SEEKING EXCELLENT GARDENER
Looking for gardener who speaks English and who knows how to care for succulents/drought resistant plants ( and does more than mow and blow)

Thanks,
Jerome
ilana@ucla.edu


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.

9.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

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://squareup.com/store/hwpoa

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 8-5-22

HOLMBY NEWS
August 5, 2022

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

1.  LAPD Crime Report
2.  HWPOA Board Meeting – Canceled
3.  Leaf Blowing Etiquette
4.  Movie Premiere – Street Closures
5.  UCLA Faculty Club
6.  DMV Updates
7
.  Westwood Village Updates
8.  Activities & Things to Do
9. 
Resident Ads
10.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

THEFT-GRAND (plain theft-grand) $950.01 & over
Incident #: 220812697
900 BLOCK THAYER AV  |  7/30/2022 @ 4:30 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

2.  HWPOA BOARD MEETING – CANCELED

The HWPOA Board Meeting that was scheduled for this month has been canceled.  Our next board meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 13.

With the November run-off election of a new City Councilmember for our district, we have invited each candidate to speak at one of our upcoming meetings.  At the September meeting, we will be hosting a conversation with Katy Young Yaroslavsky and on October 11, we will be hosting a conversation with Sam Yebri.  Additional information will be sent closer to those dates.

We hope to see you there!

3.  LEAF BLOWING ETIQUETTE

We would like to remind you that gas powered leaf blowers are illegal. They can be very noisy and disruptive to other neighborhood residents.

Gas Powered Leaf Blowers – City Ordinance

If you or your gardeners use gas powered leaf blowers, please refrain from using them. There are other options available, including a variety of electric leaf blowers. Thank you.

4.  MOVIE PREMIERE – STREET CLOSURES

Netflix will be holding the premiere of “NEVER HAVE I EVER”, at 6:00 PM on Thursday, August 11, 2022 at the Regency Village Theater, located at 961 Broxton Ave.

There will be various sidewalk and street closures around the area of Broxton Avenue between Weyburn Avenue and Le Conte Avenue.

5.  UCLA FACULTY CLUB

The UCLA Faculty Club provides members with a home away from home on campus — a quiet, attractive haven in the heart of UCLA’s huge, bustling campus. It is a place where members eat, meet, and celebrate. Offering a variety of rooms and settings, the Faculty Club is suited for members’ needs, whether for reflecting, entertaining, meeting, networking, or conferencing.

Better than ever: The UCLA Faculty Club reopens after renovations, preserving what Bruins have cherished.  Renovations include a new roof, landscaping, new paint, and two new accessible restrooms.  The club will be open for all services starting Sept. 22.

Article about Renovations

Interested in joining? Membership is open to UCLA faculty and staff, visiting faculty and researchers, UCLA emeriti and retirees, UCLA alumni, parents of UCLA students and alumni, and members of the community.

Faculty Club Membership Information

6.  DMV UPDATES

Driver’s License Renewals – Age 70+
Californians age 70 and older have five more months to take advantage of the temporary rule allowing them to renew their driver’s licenses or identification (ID) cards online or by mail.  Until the end of 2022, eligible senior drivers and REAL ID cardholders can renew noncommercial driver’s licenses and ID cards at dmv.ca.gov/online or by mail, even if their renewal notice states a visit to a DMV field office is required.

DMV Online Services

Real ID – Enforcement 9 months away
Beginning next May, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security will require a valid passport or other federally approved document, like a REAL ID driver’s license or identification card, to board flights within the United States and access secure federal facilities and military bases.  Customers who want to upgrade to a REAL ID can fill out an application and upload their required documents online before visiting a DMV office to complete their application and take a new photo.

Get started at REALID.dmv.ca.gov.

7.  WESTWOOD VILLAGE UPDATES

Thanks to the Westwood Village Improvement Association for the following updates:

Now Open: Kung Fu Tea x TKK Fried Chicken
Kung Fu Tea x TKK Fried Chicken is officially open at 1136 Westwood Blvd. The location is a dual-branded restaurant that specializes in brew tea, bubble tea, coffee, juices, Taiwanese crispy fried chicken, and sweet potato fries. Business hours are 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 12-8 p.m. on Sundays. Welcome to Westwood Village Kung Fu Tea x TKK Fried Chicken!

“The Inheritance” at the Geffen Playhouse
West Coast Premiere

Four-time Tony Award winner, “The Inheritance,” is making its West Coast debut at the Geffen Playhouse this fall. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, August 2nd. View showtimes and more information HERE.

Westwood is Hiring!
We rounded up a list of businesses in the Village that are hiring and hosted a “virtual job fair” on Instagram. Looking for a job? Look here.

8.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Songs to the Moon
Sunday, August 7 at 4:00 p.m.
at the Hammer Museum

The moon has always inspired poets and composers. “Songs to the Moon” begins with a set of moon-themed art songs for voice and piano. The concert concludes with a rare performance of George Crumb’s magical “Night of the Four Moons” with texts by Federico Garcia Lorca. Scored for alto voice, alto flute/piccolo, banjo, electric cello, and percussion, the work was composed in 1969 during the Apollo 11 mission.

Click here for more information: Songs to the Moon

9.  RESIDENT ADS

PERSONAL ASSISTANT/ HOUSE MANAGER SEEKING NEW POSITION

Highly experienced former Residential Management Executive is seeking a position as a Personal Assistant/ House Manager for a busy professional family in Holmby Westwood or Holmby Hills. Please contact ukgillian@gmail.com


SEEKING WROUGHT IRON WORK & HANDYPERSON

I am a new neighbor in Little Holmby and would greatly appreciate a referral for a wrought iron person/company and a handyperson.  Thank you.

Julie
jlovett333@gmail.com


HOME THEATER INSTALLATION – REFERRAL NEEDED

Does anyone know of a good, reliable company that can install and set-up a home theater?
Forever grateful!

Nora
rozengurt@hotmail.com


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.

10.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

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://squareup.com/store/hwpoa

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 7-29-22

HOLMBY NEWS
July 29, 2022

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

1.  Indoor Masking Update
2.  Helicopter Noise & Flight Paths
3.  Movie Premieres – Street Closures
4.  “Inflation Relief” Payments – Coming Soon
5.  Passport Appointments
6.  West LAPD – National Night Out
7
.  Westwood Village Rewards Program – Discontinued
8.  Westwood Village Events & Activities
9.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  INDOOR MASKING UPDATE

From the County of Los Angeles:

Due to reduced transmission and hospitalizations, Public Health is not moving forward with universal indoor masking. Wearing masks in indoor public places is still strongly advised to slow the spread of COVID-19.

For more information on COVID-19, masking, and the community level dashboard, visit ph.lacounty.gov/masks.

2.  HELICOPTER NOISE & FLIGHT PATHS

HWPOA received several complaints recently from residents concerned about the noise of helicopters flying over the neighborhood.  Many of the helicopters are headed to (or coming from) UCLA Medical Center.  We contacted UCLA to let them know of our concerns.

UCLA has reminded helicopter pilots of the preferred flight path and has issued a letter to the air operators to urge their pilots to avoid flying over residential neighborhoods whenever reasonably practicable. Attached is the letter that was sent in June and the flight path reminder that is posted at the helipad.

Also, below is the email that was sent to Westwood Hills in May regarding helicopters flying into the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center.

UCLA will notify UCLA Health to continue reminding the flight operators of the preferred flight paths.

3.  MOVIE PREMIERES – STREET CLOSURES

There are several movie premieres coming up in Westwood Village, which will involve various sidewalk and street closures around the area of Broxton Avenue between Weyburn Avenue and Le Conte Avenue:

“Luck” – Saturday, July 30th, 2022
AppleTV+ will be hosting the premiere of “Luck” on Saturday, July 30th, 2022 at the Regency Village Theater, located at 961 Broxton Ave.

“Bullet Train” – Monday, August 1, 2022
SONY will be holding the premiere of “Bullet Train”, at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, August 1, 2022 at the Regency Village Theater, located at 961 Broxton Ave.

“Prey” – Tuesday, August 2, 2022
Disney will be holding the premiere of “Prey”, at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at the Regency Village Theater, located at 961 Broxton Ave.

4.  “INFLATION RELIEF” PAYMENTS – COMING SOON

From KTLA News:

For all the Californians paying out the nose for housing, gas, food and more, a small bit of relief is on the way.

Legislators announced a round of “inflation relief” payments – also known as the Middle Class Tax Refund – would go out to more than 20 million state residents later this year. Payments will range from $200 to $1,050. The size of your check depends on your income, filing status and number of dependents.

To see how much you can expect in your inflation relief check and to read the complete article, please click here:

KTLA – Inflation Relief Checks

5.  PASSPORT APPOINTMENTS

Thank you to Congressman Ted Lieu for the following update:

Reminder: As more Americans are planning or nearing trips abroad, the State Department is processing an unprecedented number of passport applications.

Currently, the State Department is processing routine passport applications in 8 to 11 weeks and expedited passport applications in 5 to 7 weeks. Before you plan a trip abroad, please check your passport to determine if it has expired or will expire within 6 months of your tripApply for a passport or renew your passport before planning a trip.

Emergency Passport Appointments – For those seeking emergency passport appointments at a local passport office, please be aware that passport appointments are routinely fully booked for a week or weeks at a time due to excess demand.

6.  WEST LAPD – NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

Please join us for a FREE Community Event !!!

West LAPD National Night Out
America’s Night Out Against Crime
Tuesday, August 2nd
5:30-8:00p

Stoner Park – 1835 Stoner Avenue
Los Angeles 90025

  • Meet Captain Jonathan Tom & Captain Craig Heredia
  • Join the men and woman from West Los Angeles Division for dinner and a conversation.
  • WLAPD Officers will BBQ food for the community

We welcome our community partners: Communications/911 team, GO COUNTRY 105, 7-11, West Traffic Motor Cycle Unit, K-9 Unit, LAPD Reserves & Volunteers, Youth Service Officers AND WEST LA CADETS, Red Cross Emergency Preparedness Team, WLASNC: Root beer Float Table

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Call West Los Angeles Community Police Station contact:
Senior Lead Officer, James Lavenson (310) 444-0742 or email 30627@lapd.online

7.  WESTWOOD VILLAGE REWARDS PROGRAM – DISCONTINUED

We have been informed by the Westwood Village Improvement Association (WVIA) that the Westwood Village Rewards Program will be discontinued, effective July 30, 2022.  We hope to offer residents other discounts to local businesses in the future.

Thank you for supporting the local businesses in Westwood Village.  Please see the directory below for information about each business in Westwood Village:

Westwood Village Business Directory

8.  WESTWOOD VILLAGE EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

UCLA F1RST THURSDAYS – “INSIDE OUT” SCREENING
Thursday evening, August 4 on Broxton Ave.

First Thursdays Summer Edition is open to all and features a film screening, live entertainment, and food trucks that will transform Broxton Avenue.

Grab your popcorn and enjoy an outdoor evening screening of Disney/Pixar’s “Inside Out.”

Attendees are highly encouraged to bring a lawn blanket for extra comfort. Free popcorn to the first 300 attendees!

  • Doors open: 7:00 p.m.
  • Movie screening: 7:45 p.m.

Space is limited – please register below:

UCLA F1rst Thursday – “Inside Out” Screening
Click here to register

We hope to see you there!


METEOR SHOWERS – “FIREBALL” SEASON
This weekend over Southern California

From the Westwood-Century City Patch:
3 Meteor Showers Combine Over SoCal Skies As ‘Fireball Season’ Peaks

The Delta Aquariid and Alpha Copricornid meteor showers reach zenith this weekend as the well-loved summer favorite, the Perseids, arrive.

For more information and to read the article, please click here:

Patch article – Meteor Showers


CINEINSOMNIA @ The Landmark
at the Landmark Theater, 1045 Broxton Ave.

Catch a late-night show every weekend during The Landmark’s CINEINSOMNIA.

Upcoming Movies:

  • Friday, July 29 – ROBOCOP
  • Saturday, July 30 at 11pm – THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW
  • Saturday, August 6 at midnight – THE ROOM

CineInsomnia at the Landmark


ALSO HAPPENING THIS MONTH:

UCLA Film & Television Archive Screenings
Free public programs through Sept. 30 at the Billy Wilder Theatre

Westwood Farmer’s Market
Thursdays, 12-5p at 1036 Broxton Ave.

Open Mic Hosted by Fire Hazard Comedy
Tuesdays, 7p at Prince of Venice, 1091 Broxton Ave.

Karaoke Night @ Barney’s
Thursdays, 10p, 21+, 1037 Broxton Ave.

9.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

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://squareup.com/store/hwpoa

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 7-22-22

HOLMBY NEWS
July 22, 2022

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

1.  Reducing the Risks of COVID 19
2.  Westwood Library Book Sale
3.  Coyote Safety Tips
4.  West LAPD – National Night Out
5.  Tail O’ the Pup – Hot Dog Stand
6.  Westwood Village Events & Activities
7
Resident Ads
8.  Local Discounts & HWPOA Benefits

9.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  REDUCING THE RISKS OF COVID 19

If LA County remains in the High COVID-19 Community Level for two consecutive weeks, universal indoor masking will be implemented on July 29 to help slow the rate of transmission and protect those most vulnerable.

If the county implements universal indoor masking, residents, and workers will need to wear masks in all indoor public spaces, including shared office spaces, manufacturing facilities, retail stores, and at indoor events. Indoor areas of restaurants and bars, children’s programs, and educational settings would need to institute universal masking as well.

2.  WESTWOOD LIBRARY BOOK SALE

WE ARE BACK IN BUSINESS!

Friends of Westwood Library are proud to host our long overdue (grrr, Covid!) and occasional but fantastically popular Pop-Up Book Sale!

Saturday, July 23, 2022
10 am to 1 pm
Westwood Branch Library – 1246 Glendon Ave.
Free parking at the library.

SO MANY fully loaded carts of carefully curated books (including kids books) as well as CDs and DVDs at the usual GREAT PRICES. Friends of Westwood Library board members wearing blue aprons will help you find what you are looking for.

3.  COYOTE SAFETY TIPS

In order to keep family and pets safe, homeowners in our neighborhood should take safety precautions for potential encounters with coyotes.

The following Safety Tips are from the LA Animal Services website. You can also download a more detailed Coyote Brochure

DETERRENTS & HOME SAFETY

  • Trash cans should be securely fastened so wildlife is not invited to feed from them.  Ammonia or pepper sprinkled in the trash may also discourage a scavenging coyote.
  • Remove pet food dishes when your pet has finished eating and do not leave food outside. Pick ripe fruit and clean rotten produce off the ground.
  • Trim hedges and clear brush from under trees and around your home so the coyotes do not have a hiding place.
  • Special coyote fencing is available and can be found online.
  • Close off crawl spaces under porches, decks and sheds. Coyotes use such areas for resting and raising young.
  • Keep your property well lit at night, especially when you go out with your dog for the last potty break before bed.

COYOTE ENCOUNTERS – KEEP CHILDREN & PETS SAFE

  • Small animals and children should not be left outside unattended if there are coyotes in your area. Never leave small children and pets unattended outdoors even if your yard is fenced.
  • Walk your dog on a leash at all times — not only is it the law, but it will keep your pet safe. Do not allow your dog to interact or “play” with a coyote.
  • If you see coyotes, make loud noises and scare them away: bang pots and pans, use a whistle, etc. BUT, they are smart and you cannot keeping making the same noise and expect the coyotes to fall for the same trick over and over.
  • When you are walking your dog in areas known to have coyotes, you can carry a loud whistle or even an umbrella that you can open and close rapidly to scare them away. Unlike the approach with an aggressive dog, you can raise your arms above your head and stomp your feet while shouting at the coyote to scare them away.
  • Bring cats and dogs inside at night.
  • Feeding wildlife is illegal! Do not approach or feed wild animals, including coyotes. It is unsafe and a violation of the law.

4.  WEST LAPD – NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

Please join us for a FREE Community Event !!!

West LAPD National Night Out
America’s Night Out Against Crime
Tuesday, August 2nd
5:30-8:00p

Stoner Park – 1835 Stoner Avenue
Los Angeles 90025

  • Meet Captain Jonathan Tom & Captain Craig Heredia
  • Join the men and woman from West Los Angeles Division for dinner and a conversation.
  • WLAPD Officers will BBQ food for the community

We welcome our community partners: Communications/911 team, GO COUNTRY 105, 7-11, West Traffic Motor Cycle Unit, K-9 Unit, LAPD Reserves & Volunteers, Youth Service Officers AND WEST LA CADETS, Red Cross Emergency Preparedness Team, WLASNC: Root beer Float Table

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Call West Los Angeles Community Police Station contact:
Senior Lead Officer, James Lavenson (310) 444-0742 or email 30627@lapd.online

5.  TAIL O’ THE PUP – HOT DOG STAND

Our tails are waggin’ with excitement!  It’s the return of an LA legend – the Tail o’ the Pup!  The iconic hot-dog shaped stand makes a comeback!

Read the article here – LA Times Tail O’ the Pup

Tail O’ the Pup
8512 Santa Monica Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA
Tail O’ the Pup – WEBSITE

6.  WESTWOOD VILLAGE EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

KCRW’s Summer Nights – Concerts at the Hammer
Hammer Museum Courtyard, 10899 Wilshire Blvd.

Leave it all on the dance floor at L.A.’s favorite summer party! KCRW’s beloved Summer Nights series returns to Westwood Village with FREE concerts at the Hammer Museum every Thursday in July. The party starts at 6:30p with a cash bar Happy Hour. Museum galleries will be open until 9p. Check out the concert lineup below.

Thursday, July 28
Hana Vu w/ KCRW DJs Dan Wilcox & Valida

KCRW Summer Nights – click here


CINEINSOMNIA @ The Landmark
at the Landmark Theater, 1045 Broxton Ave.

Catch a late-night show every weekend in July during The Landmark’s CINEINSOMNIA, July 2 – 30.

Upcoming Movies:

  • Friday, July 22 at 10p – SPEED RACER
  • Saturday, July 23 at 11pm – THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW
  • Friday, July 29 – ROBOCOP

CineInsomnia at the Landmark


ALSO HAPPENING THIS MONTH:

UCLA Film & Television Archive Screenings
Free public programs through Sept. 30 at the Billy Wilder Theatre

Kids & Teens Cooking Camp: Summer Edition
July 19th – 29th, Tuesdays-Fridays 12-3p at Violet L.A., 1121 Glendon Ave.

Westwood Farmer’s Market
Thursdays, 12-5p at 1036 Broxton Ave.

Open Mic Hosted by Fire Hazard Comedy
Tuesdays, 7p at Prince of Venice, 1091 Broxton Ave.

Karaoke Night @ Barney’s
Thursdays, 10p, 21+, 1037 Broxton Ave.

7.  RESIDENT ADS

HOUSING NEEDED FOR UKRANIAN REFUGEE
Looking for a unit or room for a newly arrived Ukranian refugee.  She is 32 years of age, a former ballerina, has a drivers license and car.  She is currently living in a hostel but working by cleaning people’s homes.  She is clean-cut and very industrious and willing to pay a bit for her lodging.  She cannot pay market rates for a unit, so perhaps out of the kindness of your heart, you could barely charge.  After leaving the war torn Ukraine, she is looking for  a quiet place to put her head and body.

Contact Jackie at 310 948 3630. Thank you.


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.

8.  LOCAL DISCOUNTS & HWPOA BENEFITS

Below you will find links to discounts and benefits that local businesses have offered to HWPOA members.  We hope to add more as often as we can.  Please let us know if you would like to submit additional discounts for other Westwood retailiers.

Current benefits include:

  • Campus Shoe Repair – 10% off any shoe or bag repair

To see offers, click here

Westwood Village Rewards Program:
You can now earn rewards for shopping and dining in Westwood Village!  Exclusive offers, promotions and other incentives are now available in many restaurants, shops and businesses in Westwood Village.  It’s easy to use and you can access all of these rewards from your mobile device!

Visit www.WestwoodVillageRewards.com and register for a list of promotions, rewards and other incentives offered by local retailers.  No extra steps are required, and no apps to download!

9.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

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://squareup.com/store/hwpoa

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 7-15-22

HOLMBY NEWS
July 15, 2022

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

1.  July 4th Event – Support Our Sponsors
2.  LAPD Crime Report
3.  Westwood Library Book Sale
4.  West LAPD – National Night Out
5.  Hazardous & Electronic Waste Disposal
6.  Westwood Village Events & Activities
7
Resident Ads
8.  Local Discounts & HWPOA Benefits

9.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  JULY 4th EVENT – SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS

HWPOA’s July 4th Parade & Picnic was a festive and fantastic celebration this year! We are grateful to all of our event sponsors, who donated their funds, products and time to ensure that our event was a huge success with food and activities for all!  Please send your business to our main sponsors and let them know how appreciative we are of their support of HWPOA!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:

UCLA
UCLA First Thursdays

ACS Security
ACS Security
Main Office: (310) 475-9016

Insomnia Cookies
Insomnia Cookies
945 Westwood Blvd.

THANK YOU TO OUR LOCAL REALTORS
Their generous sponsorship contributions covered all the kids activities, including the bouncers, games, crafts and rentals.  We are truly appreciative of their support of HWPOA!

ADDITIONAL SPONSORS:

Target
Target
10861 Weyburn Ave.

Primo’s Donuts
Primo’s Donuts
10948 Weyburn Ave.

Any Occasion Balloons
Any Occasion Balloons
12002 W. Pico Blvd.

2.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

Window Safety – As the temperatures start to rise, please remember to not leave windows open, even on the second floor. Burglars many times will easily access the second floor with unsecured ladders or even stack patio furniture to gain access. Let’s make it more difficult by securing windows and doors, and always arming alarms prior to leaving home.

Vehicle Safety – Please DO NOT leave key fobs or keys in your vehicle, and do not leave your car unlocked. And please don’t leave valuables inside your vehicle, especially if they are visible from outside the vehicle. A car parked in a secure parking garage does not make it immune from being broken into.

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.  WESTWOOD LIBRARY BOOK SALE

WE ARE BACK IN BUSINESS!

Friends of Westwood Library are proud to host our long overdue (grrr, Covid!) and occasional but fantastically popular Pop-Up Book Sale!

DATE: Saturday, July 23, 2022
TIME: 10 am to 1 pm
PLACE: Westwood Branch Library, 1246 Glendon Ave. Free parking at the library.

Incredibly low prices on gently used books (including kids, fiction, nonfiction, art, architecture, and cookbooks) plus CDs and DVDs. Friends of Westwood Library board members wearing blue aprons will help you find what you are looking for.

4.  WEST LAPD – NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

Please join us for a FREE Community Event !!!

West LAPD National Night Out
America’s Night Out Against Crime
Tuesday, August 2nd
5:30-8:00p

Stoner Park – 1835 Stoner Avenue
Los Angeles 90025

  • Meet Captain Jonathan Tom & Captain Craig Heredia
  • Join the men and woman from West Los Angeles Division for dinner and a conversation.
  • WLAPD Officers will BBQ food for the community

We welcome our community partners: Communications/911 team, GO COUNTRY 105, 7-11, West Traffic Motor Cycle Unit, K-9 Unit, LAPD Reserves & Volunteers, Youth Service Officers AND WEST LA CADETS, Red Cross Emergency Preparedness Team, WLASNC: Root beer Float Table

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Call West Los Angeles Community Police Station contact:
Senior Lead Officer, James Lavenson (310) 444-0742 or email 30627@lapd.online

5.  HAZARDOUS & ELECTRONIC WASTE DISPOSAL

LA Sanitation (LASAN) has established programs for Los Angeles City residents to safely dispose of their household hazardous waste (HHW) and electronic waste (E-waste).  Items ca be dropped off at the UCLA S.A.F.E. Center:

UCLA S.A.F.E. CENTER
550 Charles E. Young Dr. West
Los Angeles CA 90095

Hours of Operation:
Fridays and Saturdays
8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
E-waste is only collected on Saturdays at this location

For more information about what is and is not accepted and for a list of locations, visit lacitysan.org/safecenters

Questions? Call our 24-hour Customer Care Center at 1-800-773-2489!

6.  WESTWOOD VILLAGE EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

KCRW’s Summer Nights – Concerts at the Hammer
Hammer Museum Courtyard, 10899 Wilshire Blvd.

Leave it all on the dance floor at L.A.’s favorite summer party! KCRW’s beloved Summer Nights series returns to Westwood Village with FREE concerts at the Hammer Museum every Thursday in July. The party starts at 6:30p with a cash bar Happy Hour. Museum galleries will be open until 9p. Check out the concert lineup below.

  • Thursday, July 21 – Thee Sinseers w/ KCRW DJs José Galván & Jason Kramer
  • Thursday, July 28 – Hana Vu w/ KCRW DJs Dan Wilcox & Valida

KCRW Summer Nights – click here


CINEINSOMNIA @ The Landmark
at the Landmark Theater, 1045 Broxton Ave.

Catch a late-night show every weekend in July during The Landmark’s CINEINSOMNIA, July 2 – 30.

Upcoming Movies:

  • Friday, July 15 at 10p – PINK FLOYD: THE WALL
  • Saturday, July 16 at Midnight – THE ROOM
  • Friday, July 22 at 10p – SPEED RACER

CineInsomnia at the Landmark


ALSO HAPPENING THIS MONTH:

UCLA Film & Television Archive Screenings
Free public programs through Sept. 30 at the Billy Wilder Theatre

Kids & Teens Cooking Camp: Summer Edition
July 19th – 29th, Tuesdays-Fridays 12-3p at Violet L.A., 1121 Glendon Ave.

Westwood Farmer’s Market
Thursdays, 12-5p at 1036 Broxton Ave.

Open Mic Hosted by Fire Hazard Comedy
Tuesdays, 7p at Prince of Venice, 1091 Broxton Ave.

Karaoke Night @ Barney’s
Thursdays, 10p, 21+, 1037 Broxton Ave.

7.  RESIDENT ADS

SEEKING ESTATE SALE SERVICE
Dear Neighbors — Can anyone recommend an Estate Sale service to help with the process of downsizing?  Referrals will be much appreciated.

drgrmacarole@verizon.net


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.

8.  LOCAL DISCOUNTS & HWPOA BENEFITS

Below you will find links to discounts and benefits that local businesses have offered to HWPOA members.  We hope to add more as often as we can.  Please let us know if you would like to submit additional discounts for other Westwood retailiers.

Current benefits include:

  • Campus Shoe Repair – 10% off any shoe or bag repair

To see offers, click here

Westwood Village Rewards Program:
You can now earn rewards for shopping and dining in Westwood Village!  Exclusive offers, promotions and other incentives are now available in many restaurants, shops and businesses in Westwood Village.  It’s easy to use and you can access all of these rewards from your mobile device!

Visit www.WestwoodVillageRewards.com and register for a list of promotions, rewards and other incentives offered by local retailers.  No extra steps are required, and no apps to download!

9.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

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://squareup.com/store/hwpoa

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 7-8-22

HOLMBY NEWS
July 8, 2022

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

1.  July 4th Event – Thank You!
2.  HWPOA Board Meeting – Canceled
3.  LAPD Crime Report
4.  Westside Pavilion Macy’s – Office Project
5.  DMV Update – Get a Real ID
6.  Westwood Village Events & Activities
7
.  Activities & Things to Do
8.  Resident Ads
9.  Local Discounts & HWPOA Benefits

10.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  JULY 4th EVENT – THANK YOU!

A huge thank you to our residents and sponsors!!!

Our 16th annual event was a festive and fantastic 4th of July celebration! See the pics below—it was a ton of fun!  Please send your business to our main sponsors, as they dedicated their time and donated funds and products that ensured our event was a huge success with food and activities for all!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:

UCLA returned as our Platinum sponsor, leading the parade with the UCLA Mobile, providing festive music, entertaining the kids with games and face-painting and donating a variety of fun giveaway items.  Thank you, UCLA for your support of HWPOA and for your presence, efforts and enthusiasm!

UCLA First Thursdays

ACS Security has been feeding us for many years. Their sponsorship of Hamburger Patty’s Catering kept the crowd happy and well fed.  The hot dogs were delicious!

ACS Security
Main Office: (310) 475-9016

Insomnia Cookies generously donated several hundred cookies from their location in Westwood Village.  We loved every single bite!

Insomnia Cookies
945 Westwood Blvd.

Target generously donated hundreds of water bottles to keep the crowd hydrated on a hot summer day.  Thank you!

Target
10861 Weyburn Ave.

Our local realtors deserve our appreciation for their generous sponsorship. Their sponsorship contributions covered all the kids activities, including the bouncers, games, crafts and rentals.  We are truly appreciative of their support of HWPOA!

Primo’s Donuts provided donuts for the firefighters and police who led the parade and kept us safe.

Primo’s Donuts
10948 Weyburn Ave.

Any Occasion Balloons brightened up the event with festive red, white and blue balloons.  Thank you!

Any Occasion Balloons
12002 W. Pico Blvd.

Thanks also to:

The firefighters from Fire Station #71 were outstanding and so gracious as they led the parade to the park. We also really appreciate our LAPD team, under Captain Jonathan Tom.  Sgt. Wilkerson from the Dept. of Transportation assisted with traffic control to keep neighbors safe during the parade.

The work of our talented photographers, Marilyn Stern and Maddie Glenn, was much appreciated in capturing all the quality moments of the event.

The HWPOA volunteers made a great team with the tireless help of Sandy Brown and Dana Glenn.  Thanks to Phil Gabriel, Judy Chasalow, Betty Kabaker and Marilyn Stern!

And last but not least, thank you to
Caron Schwartz
Event Chairperson

A huge thank you to Caron for the spectacular July 4th Parade and Picnic!! Caron single-handedly organized the event and her efforts led to a successful, July 4th!  Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Want to help next year? Email hwpoa@aol.com

2.  HWPOA BOARD MEETING – CANCELED

This month’s HWPOA Board meeting has been canceled.  Our next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 9.

3.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

BURGLARY (entry of structure w/intent to commit theft or a felony)
Incident #: 220811481
10400 BLOCK LE CONTE AV  |  7/2/2022 @ 4:00 PM

EARLY MORNING HELICOPTER
Several residents reported that around 4:00 AM last Friday, July 1 a police helicopter was hovering over the neighborhood near Charing Cross and Sunset, broadcasting messages to a particular home.  We received information from the LAPD that the incident involved a “fake call of a child shooting his family”. No one was shot and no AR-15 in the home.

THEFT FROM GARDENER’S TRUCK
A homeowner on the 10400 block of Lindbrook reported that on Friday, July 1 between 10-11 am, theives used a wire cutter to steal gardening equipment from the gardeners truck.  Please be sure to tell your gardeners to take safety precautions with their equipment.

Weekly Crime Map

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.  WESTSIDE PAVILION MACY’S – OFFICE PROJECT

Westside Pavilion Macy’s Adapted
Ready for Reuse as Office and Work Space

Developer GPI Companies and architect HLW have announced that the modernization and adaptive reuse of the former Westside Pavilion Macy’s is now complete and ready for its second life as a modern office campus. While most of the facade was replaced with glass, the prominent arches were preserved to reflect the former use of the building.

The project now features an open-air courtyard and many interior lobbies, balconies, and access to natural light.  In addition to all of this, many seismic upgrades to the building and landscaping upgrades to the property were completed. Modernization and adaptive reuse of other portions of the Westside Pavillion are still ongoing.

5.  DMV UPDATE – GET A REAL ID

Countdown: 10 Months Until You Need a REAL ID
to Fly Within the U.S.
Don’t wait until the last minute – get onboard with REAL ID

California Driver’s License card holders are encouraged to upgrade or apply for a REAL ID to continue to use a California driver’s license or identification card to fly within the United States. Starting May 2023, the federal government will no longer let you use other versions of your driver’s license to pass through airport security checkpoints when you are catching a domestic flight.

To get one, start the application online at
REALID.dmv.ca.gov

6.  WESTWOOD VILLAGE EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

KCRW’s Summer Nights – Concerts at the Hammer
Hammer Museum Courtyard, 10899 Wilshire Blvd.

Leave it all on the dance floor at L.A.’s favorite summer party! KCRW’s beloved Summer Nights series returns to Westwood Village with FREE concerts at the Hammer Museum every Thursday in July. The party starts at 6:30p with a cash bar Happy Hour. Museum galleries will be open until 9p. Check out the concert lineup below.

  • Thursday, July 14 – Pachyman w/ KCRW DJs Jeremy Sole  & Tyler Boudreaux
  • Thursday, July 21 – Thee Sinseers w/ KCRW DJs José Galván & Jason Kramer
  • Thursday, July 28 – Hana Vu w/ KCRW DJs Dan Wilcox & Valida

KCRW Summer Nights – click here


CINEINSOMNIA @ The Landmark
at the Landmark Theater, 1045 Broxton Ave.

Catch a late-night show every weekend in July during The Landmark’s CINEINSOMNIA, July 2 – 30.

Upcoming Movies:

  • Friday, July 8 at 10p – COWBOY BEBOP: THE MOVIE  In Japanese, with English subtitles
  • Saturday, July 9, 23 & 30 at 11p – THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW Featuring live shadow cast Sins O’ Flesh!
  • Friday, July 15 at 10p – PINK FLOYD: THE WALL

CineInsomnia at the Landmark


ALSO HAPPENING THIS MONTH:

UCLA Film & Television Archive Screenings
Free public programs through Sept. 30 at the Billy Wilder Theatre

Kids & Teens Cooking Camp: Summer Edition
July 19th – 29th, Tuesdays-Fridays 12-3p at Violet L.A., 1121 Glendon Ave.

Westwood Farmer’s Market
Thursdays, 12-5p at 1036 Broxton Ave.

Open Mic Hosted by Fire Hazard Comedy
Tuesdays, 7p at Prince of Venice, 1091 Broxton Ave.

Karaoke Night @ Barney’s
Thursdays, 10p, 21+, 1037 Broxton Ave.

7.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

HAMMER KIDS POP-UP STUDIOS: ZINES
Saturday, July 9, 11 a.m.
at the Hammer Museum

Practice your storytelling skills by designing and creating your own zine with teaching artists from L.A. Zine Fest. This lively, drop-in workshop is designed for families.

Pop-Up Studios: Zines


CICLAVIA – SOUTH L.A.
Sunday, July 10 from 9 AM to 4 PM
along Western Ave.

This Sunday, July 10, from 9 AM to 4 PM, enjoy the open streets of Vermont Square, Harvard Park, Chesterfield Square, Exposition Park, and King Estates at CicLAvia–South LA!  Ride, bike, skate, run, walk, skateboard, spectate, and enjoy the route however you want. We welcome people of all ages and abilities!

Expect a lot of fun activities, games, arts & craft-making, and photo opportunities at each of our three hubs. You’ll find booths for the Lucas Museum and the LA Library, information about groundbreaking green transit innovation in Los Angeles, helmet giveaways, a pop-up vaccine clinic (no reservation needed), voter registration, and food trucks!

We’ve got directions, activities, safety information, and more – just read on. And check out our event page, too!

CicLAvia – South LA

8.  RESIDENT ADS

PERSONAL TRAINER RECOMMENDATION
A homeowner would like to recommend personal trainer, Tom Dailey who already has a number of clients in the neighborhood.

Tom Dailey, health coach and master trainer with 23 years in the health and fitness industry, provides you with knowledge to slow the aging clock, improve your vitality and overall quality of life.

Restore balance to your stressed nervous system!  Poor sleep, fatigue, depression/anxiety, pain, and gut problems are a few of the consequences of a chronically stressed nervous system.

To learn which personalized strategies for improved stress and sleep can work for you, email tom@daileywellnesscoaching.com


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.

9.  LOCAL DISCOUNTS & HWPOA BENEFITS

Below you will find links to discounts and benefits that local businesses have offered to HWPOA members.  We hope to add more as often as we can.  Please let us know if you would like to submit additional discounts for other Westwood retailiers.

Current benefits include:

  • Campus Shoe Repair – 10% off any shoe or bag repair

To see offers, click here

Westwood Village Rewards Program:
You can now earn rewards for shopping and dining in Westwood Village!  Exclusive offers, promotions and other incentives are now available in many restaurants, shops and businesses in Westwood Village.  It’s easy to use and you can access all of these rewards from your mobile device!

Visit www.WestwoodVillageRewards.com and register for a list of promotions, rewards and other incentives offered by local retailers.  No extra steps are required, and no apps to download!

10.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

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://squareup.com/store/hwpoa

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 7-1-22

HOLMBY NEWS
July 1, 2022

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

1.  HWPOA’s 4th of July Parade & Picnic
2.  Fireworks – Illegal to Use in Los Angeles
3.  Stop Using Rat Poison
4.  LAPD Crime Report
5.  Westwood Village Specific Plan Amendment
6.  Guide to Fireworks Shows & Festivities
7.  Sarah Leonard Jewelers – Vault Sale
8. 
Activities & Things to Do
9.  Resident Ads
10.  Local Discounts & HWPOA Benefits

11.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  HWPOA’S 4th OF JULY PARADE & PICNIC

HWPOA’s Annual 4th of July Parade & Party

Food – Music – Bouncers – Arts & Crafts – Games
and much more!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!! If you would like to join the planning committee or assist on the day of the event, please contact hwpoa@aol.com or Caron Schwartz, Committee Chair, at caronjjj@gmail.com

JOIN THE PARADE!!  Decorate your scooters and wagons, your kids and grandkids, and your homes, especially if you’re along the Loring/ Comstock parade route!  Celebrate the holiday and the treasure of a neighborhood we live in together.

We will kick off at
9:45 am on July 4th
at Warner Ave. School (on Loring at Holmby)
Party to follow at Holmby Park!

“BYOP” – Bring Your Own Picnic
Some food will be available while supplies last

Be sure to thank our sponsors who are spending their holiday with our neighborhood:

  • ACS Security: Hot dog grilling
  • UCLA, Our Platinum Sponsor– Music, games, including Cornhole, Giant Jenga, hoops, crafts, etc
  • City Target: Water
  • Insomnia Cookies
  • LA Fire Department leads parade with Fire Truck
  • Local Police (West LAPD)
  • Any Occasion Balloons

Our local Realtors, each have sponsored the awesome kids activities: Jumpers and Obstacle Course, art activity, tattoos

  • Jim  Bremner
  • Larry Young
  • Caron Schwartz
  • Mark & Lynn Rogo

Please note that parents/grandparents are asked to supervise children to the extent possible, as we will not provide paid or volunteer supervision for the kids activities. This is a free community event, so let’s all enjoy safely and festively together. While we do have attendants, families are responsible for watching their kids activities.

We look forward to seeing you there!

2.  FIREWORKS – ILLEGAL TO USE IN LOS ANGELES

From the LAFD:

All fireworks, even the so-called ‘safe and sane’ variety are illegal in the City of Los Angeles. It may be tempting to acquire personal fireworks for your 4th of July celebration, but this year we ask you to “Think About Your Neighbors.” Personal fireworks are known to negatively affect children, pets, and combat veterans. In addition, the wildfire danger is ever present and vegetation moisture levels are significantly drier this year than previously recorded.

Those who use, possess, or transport any type of firework may be subject to criminal prosecution – or worse yet, painful and debilitating injury.

What if I witness fireworks use in the City of Los Angeles?
Report illegal fireworks directly to the Los Angeles Police Department at any hour, using their online fireworks complaint form at:

LAPDonline.org/fireworks  (NOTE: THIS IS SEASONAL ONLY)

This complaint form can also be found through the “My LA 311.” Download the app on your Android or Apple device. Type fireworks in the search bar, and click on “Fireworks – LAPD.”

NOTE: The fireworks complaint web form via browser or app assures the most efficient notification of Police Officers patrolling your community. Only call 9-1-1 for fireworks if someone is injured or there is an active fire.

To locate a public fireworks show near you,
check the list toward the bottom of the newsletter.

3.  STOP USING RAT POISON

Rat Poison Kills Pets and Wildlife

A homeowner reported that their dog was sick and upon visiting the animal hospital ER, the owner was informed that the dog had ingested rat poison.  Luckily, the dog is recovering and will be OK.

Other neighbors have reported finding dead squirrels in their yards that were likely killed by rat poison.

Toxic rat poison has been banned in the state of Califormia – read article here.  While less toxic rat poison may still be allowed, it may still be unsafe for pets and wildlife.

Please do not use rat poison!

4.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

THEFT FROM VEHICLE – GRAND ($950.01 & over)
Incident #: 220811357
500 BLOCK LORING AV  |  6/29/2022 @ 5:30 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

5.  WESTWOOD VILLAGE SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT

From Los Angeles City Planning:

On May 31, the City Council’s Planning and Land Use Management Committee (PLUM) voted to advance City Planning’s proposed amendment to the Westwood Village Specific Plan. The amendment to the specific plan is intended to promote economic relief measures to spur investment in Westwood, especially in the aftermath of the pandemic.

With vacancy rates in the neighborhood approaching 40%, City Planning’s recommendations would eliminate burdensome and outdated development restrictions, reduce parking requirements, and provide a streamlined alternative approval process for qualifying projects.

The amendment to the Westwood Village Specific Plan would speed up permitting for signage and change of use projects that do not require facade alteration, construction, or expansion, among other things. The amendment is now with the City Attorney, who will prepare the final ordinance on which the City Council will vote.

6.  GUIDE TO FIREWORKS SHOWS & FESTIVITIES

From the Westwood-Century CIty Patch:

Happy birthday, America!  After a year or two of COVID-related restrictions, cities and towns throughout the West side and South Bay/Long Beach region, including near Westwood and Century City, are back in the star-spangled swing with Fourth of July parades, events and fireworks extravaganzas.

July 4, 2022 falls on a Monday. Do note not all Independence Day events are on that date, with several spread throughout the holiday weekend or earlier. And always confirm with organizers that events are proceeding as planned.

Scroll through our annual event guide to find what’s going on near you. And have a happy, safe and festive 4th of July, from Patch!

Patch Fireworks Guide 2022

7.  SARAH LEONARD JEWELERS – VAULT SALE

Sarah Leonard Jewelers in Westwood Village is having its Annual Vault Sale now through July 16.  By appointment only – call (310) 208-3131.  See flyer for more details.

8.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Outdoor Movies at The Skirball
Friday, July 1 and Friday, July 15
at Skirball Cultural Center (2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.)

Enjoy movie magic under the stars with a lineup of fan-favorite films that highlight themes of Skirball exhibitions past and present!

Before each screening, check out the exhibitions “I’ll Have What She’s Having”: The Jewish Deli, Talking Back to Power: Projects by Aram Han Sifuentes, and Visions and Values: Jewish Life from Antiquity to America. Then, enjoy cocktails, wine, beer, and light fare available for purchase.

Movie Schedule:

  • Ratatouille (July 1)
  • When Harry Met Sally… (July 15).

Information and Tickets

9.  RESIDENT ADS

ANATOMIE SPORTSWEAR SAMPLE SALE
Anatomie women’s sportswear 50% OFF sample sale!  All sizes in great spring/summer tees, pants, shorts, jackets, blouses, skirts and dresses.  Made from exclusive European fabrics that are wrinkle free, machine washable and SPF50.  There are dozens of styles to chose from.  By appointment only in Little Holmby.  TODAY thru Tuesday, July 5.

Contact me for an appointment: Denise (310) 721-2500; dzbarta@aol.com


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.

10.  LOCAL DISCOUNTS & HWPOA BENEFITS

Below you will find links to discounts and benefits that local businesses have offered to HWPOA members.  We hope to add more as often as we can.  Please let us know if you would like to submit additional discounts for other Westwood retailiers.

Current benefits include:

  • Campus Shoe Repair – 10% off any shoe or bag repair

To see offers, click here

Westwood Village Rewards Program:
You can now earn rewards for shopping and dining in Westwood Village!  Exclusive offers, promotions and other incentives are now available in many restaurants, shops and businesses in Westwood Village.  It’s easy to use and you can access all of these rewards from your mobile device!

Visit www.WestwoodVillageRewards.com and register for a list of promotions, rewards and other incentives offered by local retailers.  No extra steps are required, and no apps to download!

11.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

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://squareup.com/store/hwpoa

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 6-24-22

HOLMBY NEWS
June 24, 2022

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

1.  HWPOA’s 4th of July Parade & Picnic
2.  LAPD Crime Report
3.  COVID Updates
4.  Holmby Westwood Green Team Update
5.  Outdoor Dining – Al Fresco Program Survey
6.  Pre-Independence Day Concert
7.  Guide to Fireworks Shows
8.  Coming Soon to Westwood Village
9.  Activities & Things to Do
10.  Resident Ads
11.  Local Discounts & HWPOA Benefits

12.  HWPOA Contact Information

1.  HWPOA’S 4th OF JULY PARADE & PICNIC

HWPOA’s Annual 4th of July Parade & Party

Food – Music – Bouncers – Arts & Crafts – Games
and much more!

Decorate your scooters and wagons, your kids and grandkids, and your homes, especially if you’re along the Loring/ Comstock parade route!  Celebrate the holiday and the treasure of a neighborhood we live in together.

We will kick off at
9:45 am on July 4th
at Warner Ave. School (on Loring at Holmby)
Party to follow at Holmby Park!

“BYOP” – Bring Your Own Picnic
Some food will be available while supplies last

Be sure to thank our sponsors who are spending their holiday with our neighborhood:

  • ACS Security: Hot dog grilling
  • UCLA, Our Platinum Sponsor– Music, games, including Cornhole, Giant Jenga, hoops, crafts, etc
  • City Target: Water
  • Insomnia Cookies
  • LA Fire Department leads parade with Fire Truck
  • Local Police (West LAPD)
  • Any Occasion Balloons

Our local Realtors, each have sponsored the awesome kids activities: Jumpers and Obstacle Course, art activity, tattoos

  • Jim  Bremner
  • Larry Young
  • Caron Schwartz
  • Mark & Lynn Rogo

Please note that parents/grandparents are asked to supervise children to the extent possible, as we will not provide paid or volunteer supervision for the kids activities. This is a free community event, so let’s all enjoy safely and festively together. While we do have attendants, families are responsible for watching their kids activities.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!! If you would like to join the planning committee or assist on the day of the event, please contact Caron Schwartz, Committee Chair, at caronjjj@gmail.com

We look forward to seeing you there!

2.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

BURGLARY (entry of structure w/intent to commit theft or a felony)
Incident #: 220810931
900 BLOCK HILGARD AV  |  6/18/2022 @ 4:40 AM

THEFT FROM VEHICLE – GRAND ($950.01 & over)
Incident #: 220810938
900 BLOCK HILTS AV  |  6/17/2022 @ 11:45 AM

BURGLARY – ATTEMPTED
Incident #: 220811044
600 BLOCK WARNER AV  |  6/21/2022 @ 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.  COVID UPDATES

Vaccines for Ages Six Months and Older
The COVID-19 vaccine for those 6 months to 4 years of age is now available in Los Angeles County! Starting June 21, 2022, more than 900 vaccination sites began offering the vaccines to these youngest children including more than 500 mobile sites, 200 pharmacies and seven Public Health Points of Dispensing (PODs). Reach out ahead of time to verify hours and availability as some of the pharmacy sites are only licensed to vaccinate children age 3 and older.

Visit the L.A. County Department of Public Health website at VaccinateLACounty.com to learn about locations, and schedules for clinics offering these and other COVID-19 vaccines.

Have COVID Symptoms but Tested Negative?
If individuals are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, and their first at-home test is negative, they should continue isolating and take a second test one to two days later. Most at-home COVID-19 test kits come with two tests for this exact purpose.

For more information and to find COVID testing, visit https://dhs.lacounty.gov/covid-19/testing/.

At-Home COVID Tests – Expiration Date May Have Been Extended
Did you know, that at-home COVID-19 tests have an expiration date that may have been extended? Check your test before using it.

  • Look at the expiration date on the box. It is printed as year – month – day. (For example, 2022 11 20 means November 20, 2022).
  • If your kit is passed that expiration date, check if it has been extended by going to FDA.gov for the List of Authorized At-Home OTC COVID-19 Diagnostic Tests.
  • Type in the name of your test and check the Expiration date column to see if your test is still good to use

4.  HOLMBY WESTWOOD GREEN TEAM UPDATE

More on Trees and Watering

In case you missed them here are two recent LA Times stories and one YouTube video about the importance of our trees and how to keep them alive in a drought.  (HINT:  Keep watering them!  The City’s current drought restrictions do not include limitations on watering trees.)

  1. “LA Wants to Plant 90,000 Trees But It Needs Your Help”  Los Angeles Times, June 20, 2022
    https://www.latimes.com/environment/story/2022-06-21/l-a-wants-to-plant-90-000-trees-but-it-needs-your-help
  2. “Trees are Critical Infrastructure. Water Them Amid Drought”  Los Angeles Times, May 24, 2022 https://www.latimes.com/environment/story/2022-05-24/trees-are-critical-city-infrastructure-keep-watering-them
  3. “Watering Mature Trees”  You Tube, US Forest Service
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P_kQZriJ38U

5.  OUTDOOR DINING – AL FRESCO PROGRAM SURVEY

Los Angeles City Planning has been directed to amend the Zoning Code to allow for expanded outdoor dining and streamline existing outdoor provisions.

The Planning Department is asking for feedback as they transition to the new outdoor dining experience. Please take a moment to fill out the survey by clicking the link below.

Al Fresco – General Public Survey

6.  PRE-INDEPENDENCE DAY CONCERT

You and your family are invited to join your Holmby-Westwood neighbors and friends for a wonderful pre-Independence Day Concert at the Westwood Library this Sunday, June 26, 2:30 p.m.

The Friends of Westwood Library and Los Angeles Musical Salon are thrilled to announce that the much beloved FREE Concert Series @ Westwood Library is back, after being suspended for the past two years due to COVID restrictions.

The 2022 Season kicks off on Sunday with the extraordinary 17-piece Los Angeles Police Department Band Ensemble in a wonderful pre-Independence Day Concert!

  • DATE:  Sunday, June 26, 2022
  • TIME:  2:30 p.m.  (library garage and doors open at 2:00 p.m.)
  • PLACE:  Westwood Branch Public Library, 1246 Glendon Ave.

The LAPD Band Ensemble, under the baton of Maestro Richard Allen, will be accompanied by singers for a fabulous program of American popular music and patriotic favorites.

This will mark the third encore appearance by the extraordinary LAPD Band Ensemble at the Westwood Library.  Don’t miss this lively pre-Fourth of July celebration, which promises fun for your whole family!

Admission is FREE, with FREE parking at the library.  The concert will last approximately one hour with no intermission. Face masks are required for all audience members.

Special thanks to the following Westwood organizations for sponsoring and underwriting this wonderful free concert series:  Holmby-Westwood Property Owners Association, Friends of Westwood Library, Westwood Village Rotary Club, Westwood Homeowners Association, Los Angeles Musical Salon, and the Office of Councilmember Paul Koretz.

7.  GUIDE TO FIREWORKS SHOWS

From the Westwood-Century CIty Patch:

Happy birthday, America!  After a year or two of COVID-related restrictions, cities and towns throughout the West side and South Bay/Long Beach region, including near Westwood and Century City, are back in the star-spangled swing with Fourth of July parades, events and fireworks extravaganzas.

July 4, 2022 falls on a Monday. Do note not all Independence Day events are on that date, with several spread throughout the holiday weekend or earlier. And always confirm with organizers that events are proceeding as planned.

Scroll through our annual event guide to find what’s going on near you. And have a happy, safe and festive 4th of July, from Patch!

Patch Fireworks Guide 2022

8.  COMING SOON TO WESTWOOD VILLAGE

Thanks to the WVIA for this list of businesses that will be opening soon in Westwood Village:

9.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Hammer Museum – Summer Exhibitions Celebration
Saturday, June 25, 8–11 p.m.

This Saturday, celebrate the openings of summer exhibitions at the Hammer with late-night gallery hours, cash bars, free admission, and music in the courtyard by DJ Iesha.

Exhibitions on view with galleries open until 11 p.m.:

  • Andrea Bowers
  • Drawing Down the Moon
  • Hammer Projects: Kiyan Williams
  • A Decade of Acquisitions of Works on Paper – Part II

All Hammer members enjoy priority entry through a dedicated members line and a free drink. Become a member today!

RSVP – Click here


Outdoor Movies at The Skirball
Friday, July 1 and Friday, July 15
at Skirball Cultural Center (2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.)

Enjoy movie magic under the stars with a lineup of fan-favorite films that highlight themes of Skirball exhibitions past and present!

Before each screening, check out the exhibitions “I’ll Have What She’s Having”: The Jewish Deli, Talking Back to Power: Projects by Aram Han Sifuentes, and Visions and Values: Jewish Life from Antiquity to America. Then, enjoy cocktails, wine, beer, and light fare available for purchase.

Movie Schedule:

  • Ratatouille (July 1)
  • When Harry Met Sally… (July 15).

Information and Tickets

10.  RESIDENT ADS

DEAR EVAN HANSEN TICKETS – AHMANSON THEATRE
Two tickets to Dear Evan Hansen available:

  • Date: Tuesday, July 19 at the Ahmanson Theatre
  • Orchestra, Row H, center,
  • $175 each, face value

Email swy333@gmail.com


SEEKING WEEKEND CAREGIVER
Seeking weekend female caregiver for senior woman living on the Wilshire Corridor.  Shift would be from 8:30 a.m. Saturday morning to 8:30 a.m. Monday morning.  Strong references required.

Please contact Marci (310) 948-1917 or Denise (310) 721-2500.


SEEKING GARDENER
Seeking Gardener: Talented, Reliable Gardener Sought–Not Mow & Blow! Would appreciate any leads for reliable gardeners who can maintain front and backyard plants, trees, and shrubs on a weekly basis. Irrigation knowledge would be helpful but is not required.

Please email recommendations to DrRobinKay@gmail.com or text 310.270.7069 if you know someone who fits the bill. Thank you! Robin L. Kay


ANATOMIE SPORTSWEAR SAMPLE SALE
Anatomie women’s sportswear 50% OFF SAMPLE SALE!  Great opportunity to purchase stylish casual clothes (pants, tees, dresses, blouses, jackets, shorts, skirts) that are lightweight, SPF50, wrinkle free, machine washable.  All sizes, from XS to XL, but a really big selection of size medium!

By appointment only at my home in Little Holmby: Denise (310) 721-2500; dzbarta@aol.com


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.

11.  LOCAL DISCOUNTS & HWPOA BENEFITS

Below you will find links to discounts and benefits that local businesses have offered to HWPOA members.  We hope to add more as often as we can.  Please let us know if you would like to submit additional discounts for other Westwood retailiers.

Current benefits include:

  • Campus Shoe Repair – 10% off any shoe or bag repair

To see offers, click here

Westwood Village Rewards Program:
You can now earn rewards for shopping and dining in Westwood Village!  Exclusive offers, promotions and other incentives are now available in many restaurants, shops and businesses in Westwood Village.  It’s easy to use and you can access all of these rewards from your mobile device!

Visit www.WestwoodVillageRewards.com and register for a list of promotions, rewards and other incentives offered by local retailers.  No extra steps are required, and no apps to download!

12.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION

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://squareup.com/store/hwpoa

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.