HOLMBY NEWS
October 26, 2018
From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.
1. LAPD Crime Alert
2. Halloween Safety
3. Warner Ave. Carnival – Street Closures
4. Election Pollworkers Needed
5. UCLA Acquires Historic Crest Theater
6. Dockless Scooter “Drop Zones”
7. WVIA Annual Meeting
8. Prescription Drug Take-Back Event
9. W Hotel – Neighborhood Discount
10. Fall Festivals & Halloween Events
11. Upcoming Community Events
12. HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy
13. Resident Ads
14. HWPOA Contact Information
1. LAPD CRIME ALERT
THEFT – PETTY (plain theft-petty) ($950 & under)
Incident #: 180817812
10700 BLOCK LE CONTE AV | 10/16/2018 @ 5:00 PM
BURGLARY (entry of structure w/intent to commit theft or a felony)
Incident #: 180817832
10600 BLOCK LE CONTE AV | 10/16/2018 @ 7:30 AM
COMMUNITY ALERT
There has been a series of Residential Burglaries developing in the Westside communities. The suspects typically knock or ring the doorbell to verify if anyone is home. When there is no answer, the suspects enter the side or rear of the residence and force entry typically by smashing the window or door glass to gain entry. Suspects are targeting the master bed and bath as well as other areas of the home and removing Jewelry, cash, small valuables and small electronics.
Immediate Detection Is key to prevention and apprehension. Web based surveillance and doorbell camera systems will alert and allow homeowners to immediately view and monitor activity from any smartphone or computer which are motion sensor activated and will alert your device when there is activity. They will also lend valuable information and clues to the investigation.
2. HALLOWEEN SAFETY
In order to assist the Los Angeles community in enjoying this fun-filled holiday as safely as possible, the Los Angeles Police Department has compiled a list of Halloween safety tips for children and their parents.
To keep all trick-or-treaters safe, please read and take heed of these important safety tips:
- Drivers should look for children walking on the street, running and darting in between parked vehicles;
- Especially when in or near neighborhoods, avoid using cell phones and texting while driving;
- Keep houses and driveways well lighted so children know they can approach your homes;
- When inspecting candy, if in doubt, just throw it out;
- Be sure to follow all traffic signals and laws and walk only on sidewalks, not the street; and
- Adults should always accompany children, trick-or-treat in groups or have children be accompanied by a trusted adult.
In addition, HWPOA has contacted the LAPD as well as ACS, SSA and ADT security companies and we have requested additional patrols on Halloween evening, particularly around Holmby Park and Warner Ave. School.
PET SAFETY
Don’t forget about the four-legged members of the family on Halloween. Pets can be confused and spooked by strange sounds and sights, and unfamiliar people in costumes, so keep pets indoors and away from the front door. As always, make sure your pets also have up-to-date identification.
Have a safe and enjoyable Halloween!
3. WARNER AVE. CARNIVAL – STREET CLOSURES
This Sunday, October 28, Warner Ave. School will be holding its annual Halloween Haunt (see below for festival details). Warner Ave. between Woodruff and Loring will be closed on Sunday from 8:00 am until around 5:30 pm.
4. ELECTION POLLWORKERS NEEDED
Dear Citizens of the Westwood Community,
Thank you to those who responded to the request seeking volunteers to man our Voting Poll on Nov. 6 at St. Alban’s Church.
Juan, who is the coordinator for District 3 (which is us in 90024, Westwood) from the Poll Worker’s Service Department under the Registrar’s Recorder’s Office with the LA County Clerk, needs only three more people to man the polls on Nov. 6 at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, 580 Hilgard, 90024. So, we are repeating our effort to recruit volunteers.
Once you call Juan and register with him, a complete registration/information package will be sent to you.
There is a 2 hour training session at the end of October and beginning of November. The calendar of classes will arrive with your information package. You can also instead, take the training class online.
You will be reimbursed $40.00 if you go to a class. If you take the training session on line, you will not get paid.
When you volunteer on Nov 6, you will be paid $100.00 for doing this important civic duty.
So please consider volunteering for this important civic duty on Nov. 6. And please pass this on to anyone else you think would like to volunteer. Thank you.
Everyone interested, please call Juan at 562.462.2560 to sign up. Juan’s extension is 8319.
Again, thank you.
My best to this community,
Jann Williams
Member of the HWPOA Board of Directors
5. UCLA ACQUIRES HISTORIC CREST THEATER
From the UCLA Newsroom:
The UCLA School of the Arts and Architecture along with its performing arts program, the Center for the Art of Performance at UCLA, announces the acquisition of the Crest Theater on Westwood Boulevard, a landmark venue that will be transformed into a new off-campus performing arts space that will serve as an important addition to UCLA’s rich offering of cultural venues and resources across the city.
CLICK HERE to read the complete article.
6. DOCKLESS SCOOTER “DROP ZONES”
Earlier this week a resident reported that there was a large group of dockless electric scooters located on Westholme between Wilshire and Lindbrook. We are hoping to find out what other locations in the neighborhood are being used as scooter “drop zones” so that we may contact the various scooter companies.
If you have seen any of these drop zones with multiple scooters, please contact us and let us know. Be sure to note which of the scooter companies is using the areas (Bird, Lime, etc.) and send an email to us at HWPOA@aol.com. Thank you.
7. WVIA ANNUAL MEETING
You are invited to the:
Westwood Village Improvement Association’s
2018 Annual Meeting: A Year in Review
Friday, November 9, 2018
from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Billy Wilder Theater at the Hammer Museum
10899 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Seating is limited.
Please RSVP by November 8
Click here to RSVP
8. PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE-BACK EVENT
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) hosts a no-questions asked National Prescription Drug Take-Back events twice per year where temporary collection sites are set up in local cities throughout the nation for safe disposal of prescription drugs, including opioids.
On Saturday, October 27, 2018 – 10AM to 2PM, communities will team up with law enforcement to host the next National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. Dispose of your old, unused, or unwanted prescription drugs safely and for free by bringing them to our prescription drug take back day.
The event will be held on Saturday, Oct 27th, 2018 at the Culver City Police Department (4040 Duquesne Ave., Culver City) from 10 AM to 2 PM.
For more information or to find additional locations, click here: https://takebackday.dea.gov/
9. W HOTEL – NEIGHBORHOOD DISCOUNT
The W Hotel is offering neighbors an exclusive rate over the holidays to enjoy for themselves personally or for any family and friends visiting. Click the flyer below for additional information:
10. FALL FESTIVALS & HALLOWEEN EVENTS
Warner Ave. School Halloween Haunt – Sunday, October 28 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Carnival games, inflatables, arts & crafts, Haunted House and more!
Westwood Recreation Center’s “Incredible Halloween” – Saturday, October 27 from 4-8:00 pm.
Halloween Golf at Holmby Park – Saturday, Oct. 27th, from 1:00 – 3:00pm. Kick off the Halloween weekend with a frighteningly fun round of golf with TGA! Children ages 5-12 are invited to test their skills against the short course at Holmby Hills in a stroke play tournament. A shotgun start will begin at 1:15p and the event will conclude by 2:30p leaving time for awards and a costume contest. Parents are encouraged to caddy and keep score for their children. TGA coaches will be on hand to help with on-course rulings and general play.
Additional upcoming TGA Golf activities:
Veteran’s Day Golf Camp (Single Day)
Thanksgiving Break Golf Camp
Theatre 40’s Halloween Show – Saturday, October 27th, at Westwood Library at 2:00 p.m. Actors from the popular local troupe will tingle your spine with some scary tales! Parking is validated, no reservation required.
2018 Guide to Halloween Events – The Westwood-Century City Patch has created the following ghoulish guide to carnivals, Day of the Dead festivals, haunted houses & other events throughout the Los Angeles County area. Los Angeles Guide to Halloween
11. UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS
Los Angeles Police Museum Tour – Saturday, October 27 from 11:00pm – 3:00pm. Members of the public are invited to join the West LA Community Police Advisory Board (CPAB) on a tour of the Los Angeles Police Museum. The LA Police Museum shares LAPD’s rich history including an engaging audio tour and numerous fascinating exhibits!
We will meet at the WLA Community Police Station (1663 Butler Avenue, Los Angeles, Ca. 90025) at 11:00am for transportation to the museum. Children are welcome as well as friends and family. This an Admission event, $9.00 for adults, $8.00 for seniors (62+) and children under 12 are free. R.S.V.P. to Robert A. Ringler (310) 365-5723 or ringler@mac.com
Exploring Your Universe – Sunday, November 4, 2018 at the UCLA Campus, Court of Sciences. Exploring Your Universe is UCLA’s annual science festival, educating and inspiring over 7,000 visitors each year! Launch bottle rockets, make comets, do chemistry and physics experiments, touch brains, see fossils, and much more! Exploring Your Universe will also offer planetarium shows, science talks, and telescope viewings! Exploring Your Universe is free and appropriate for all ages!
Exploring Your Universe
Noon – 5 PM
Nighttime Activities: 5 PM – 8 PM
Free Admission!
UCLA Parking: $12
https://www.exploringyouruniverse.org/
UCLA Veterans Day Ceremony – Friday, November 9, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. at Wilson Plaza, UCLA. Come Honor our Veterans! Join our annual tribute to veterans and their contributions to the nation.
Chancellor Gene Block invites you to the annual UCLA Veterans Day Ceremony honoring all members of the Bruin community who have courageously defended our freedom through their military service. Information fair with campus and community resources immediately following ceremony.
Please register by Friday, November 2, 2018 by emailing eventinfo@specialevents.ucla.edu or calling (310) 825-4868. Parking is available for purchase in Parking Structure 4 – Parking Map
12. 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.
13. RESIDENT ADS
LESLEY WOLMAN CABARET SHOW
Lesley Wolman, HWPOA resident, is a singer/actress whose latest cabaret show is “The Great Canadian Songbook.” Backed by the Michael Asher Quintet, the show celebrates the music of great Canadian artists such as Joni Mitchell, K.D. Lang, Gordon Lightfoot, Leonard Cohen and Celine Dion, to name a few.
Joni Mitchell is Canadian…..so are Gordon Lightfoot, Neil Young, KD Lang and Michael Bublé….find out who else is a Canuck, eh?
November 14 & 15 – 8 PM
November 17 – 8 PM
November 18 – 4 PM
PICO PLAYHOUSE
10508 West Pico Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA
Tickets $35
www.brownpapertickets.com
14. HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION
HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA 90049
310-470-1785
Email: hwpoa@aol.com
Web site: 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 at 7:30 pm at Belmont Village (10475 Wilshire Blvd.). Please confirm prior to attending.