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TERA e.letter

November 11, 2005

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This week:

1.  TERA PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE -- MICHAEL THARP

2.  ELECTION RETURNS

3.  ST. BARNABUS HOLIDAY

4.  DON'T MISS "A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE" AT EAGLE ROCK HIGH -- DECEMBER 1 THROUGH 4

5.  SUPPORTING OUR LOCAL ARTISTS (SOLA)

 

6.  CENTER FOR THE ARTS EAGLE ROCK FUNCTIONAL AND FIN ART FESTIVAL ON NOVEMBER 20TH

 

7.  THE TOY NOT DRIVE

LETTERS AND E.MAILS

1.  TERA PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE -- MICHAEL THARP

The days after…

 

It’s the day after the election to fill the vacated 14th Council District seat.  A winner has been declared and there are nine others who ran and did not win.  Not winning is always difficult, although winning certainly carries its burdens as well.  We in the 14th Council District, or CD 14 as it is more commonly known, owe all those who ran, the winner and those who did not win as well, a very hearty thank you.  I am especially appreciative of those candidates who took the time and trouble to attend TERA’s meet and greet public meeting and speak with community members on a one-on-one basis about their vision for CD 14 and what they were hoping to accomplish.  Hearing the candidates speak helped us form our views on what was important and helped us make a decision on how to cast our vote. 

 

Now it’s time to get about the difficult task of governance; of trying to represent thousands of different points of view; of choosing what is good for the City of Los Angeles as well as CD 14.  For TERA, land use issues are still high on the watch list.  McMansions aren’t just limited to Beverly Hills!  It’s happening right here in Northeast Los Angeles.  Businesses continue to choose not to locate on Colorado or Eagle Rock Boulevards because of perceived parking issues.  Cell phone carriers continue to refuse to cooperate with each other and “co-locate” their antennae in order to reduce the number of towers necessary to adequately provide cell phone coverage for the area, while continuing to offer ugly structures behind which to hide their towers.  Opportunities for mixed use, public private developments that would provide more housing and commercial development opportunities go wanting, both for the lack of public support and the lack of private development interest.  So, the day after is a day for our new Councilmember elect to celebrate?  The days after will be for hard work, rolling up our sleeves to continue to build a better Eagle Rock.  TERA looks forward to working hard with Councilmember Huizar to build a better Eagle Rock.

 

It’s now also a few days after the Eagle Rock Eclectic Home Tour.  I hope most of you who are reading this got a chance to experience this year’s Home Tour.  I was a docent at the Center for the Arts Eagle Rock, which generously opened its doors to us from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. as part of the Tour.  And after I finished there, Carol and I grabbed lunch at one of Eagle Rock’s great restaurants and then “toured” the eclectic homes presented at this year’s event.  The homes were wonderful and the docents were knowledgeable and helpful.  I’ve always appreciated the Mount Royal area for the serene beauty of the streetscape, with huge trees that bridge the street, but I had not really appreciated how special so many of the homes are in that area.  TERA is deeply grateful to those home owners who let us show off their homes to all of you and a special thanks goes to the volunteers of the Home Tour Committee, the docents, and the volunteers who worked so hard to make the day such a great success.  If you missed it this year, catch the Tour next year.  It’s one of the greatest “feel good about living in Eagle Rock” events around and the art show is an added bonus.  In spite of the many things going on during the weekend, you do yourself a dis-service  to miss it.

 

And it’s now a few days after the previous editor left and I am responsible for the e-letter.  We are trying a new distribution system and will be making a few changes to the format of the e-letter over the next few weeks.  Unfortunately, due to electronic sophistication and our lack of it, some announcements may have gotten lost in the transfer of responsibility between Joanne and me.  If you don’t see your announcement or notice this week, and it is still timely, please send it in again.  I know the system is now working, but there may have been a break in communication between November 6th and November 8th.



2.  ELECTION RETURNS

For those who may somehow have missed the results in the local paper:

 

From: "asncalert" <asncalert@yahoo.com>

Subject: LA County results for State Ballot Measures

 

http://vote2005.ss.ca.gov/Returns/prop/19.htm

 

 

State Ballot Measures

100.0% ( 2172 of 2172 ) Los Angeles precincts reporting as of Nov 9,

2005 at 6:30 am

 

 Los Angeles County Returns

   Propositions               |  Yes Votes | Pct.  | No Votes | Pct.

 

  73  N  Minor's Pregnancy    | 645,234 | 43.0  |  854,946  |  57.0 

          Statewide           | 3,129,340 | 47.4 | 3,465,146 | 52.6

 

 

  74 N   Teacher Tenure       |  586,894 | 38.5 |  934,525 | 61.5 

          Statewide           | 2,986,287 | 44.9 | 3,662,429 | 55.1

 

 

  75 N   Public Union Dues    |  582,860 | 38.3 |  937,561 | 61.7 

          Statewide           | 3,091,713 |46.5 | 3,550,563 | 53.5

 

 

  76 N   Spending/Funding     |  491,328 | 32.2 | 1,030,334 | 67.8 

          Statewide           | 2,521,709 | 37.9 |4,114,787 | 62.1

 

 

  77 N   Redistricting        | 515,798 | 34.0 |  998,962 | 66.0 

          Statewide           |2,672,882 | 40.5 |3,919,919 | 59.5

 

 

  78 N    Rx Drug Discounts   | 629,465 | 41.9 | 872,776 | 58.1 

            Statewide         |2,719,375 | 41.5 | 3,821,383 | 58.5

 

 

  79 N    Rx Drug Rebates     | 615,549 | 41.8 |  856,858 | 58.2 

            Statewide         |2,523,419 | 38.9 | 3,949,942 | 61.1

 

 

  80 N    Electric Regulation |  535,332 | 36.9 |  913,473 | 63.1 

            Statewide         | 2,188,786 | 34.3 |4,181,536 | 65.7

 

 

 

      Y - Proposition is passing

      N - Proposition is not passing

 

County Results as of Nov 9 4:57am, 100% of Precincts Reporting

(2172/2172)

 

Council Member; City of Los Angeles; District 14

 

Jose Huizar .......... 17,334 votes 54.38%

Nick Pacheco .......... 8,463 votes 26.55%

Ruby Baxter De Vera .......... 1,646 votes 5.16%

Brian Heckmann .......... 1,262 votes 3.96%

Juan "Johnny Jay" Jimenez .......... 671 votes 2.11%

David John Sanchez .......... 662 votes 2.08%

Diana Jill Newberry .......... 604 votes 1.90%

Crystal Arceo .......... 524 votes 1.64%

Paul G. Gonzales .......... 500 votes 1.57%

Clifford Ramiro Moseley .......... 207 votes 0.65%

 

 

3.  ST. BARNABUS HOLIDAY DINNER   

 

  The St. Barnabas Holiday Dinner, Silent Auction, Bazaar & More!  is Saturday, November 19, 2005

            Fantastic Silent Auction items donated by local Eagle Rock and Glendale Businesses!!                                         

                                Doors open to sign in your bid(s) at 5:00 p.m.

                           Dinner served at 6:00 p.m. ( Talking at Dinner is permitted!!)  

                                    Tickets:  $12 per Adult or $30 per Family

                St. Barnabas Episcopal Church in Eagle Rock, 2109 Chickasaw Avenue (two

                 blocks south of Colorado, one block east of Eagle Rock Blvd.)  323/254-7569

 

 

4.  ARROYO ARTS COLLECTIVE 13TH ANNUAL DISCOVERY TOUR -- NOVEMBER 20

Arroyo Arts Collectivešs 13th Annual Discovery Tour
Hearable Art: Artists and Musicians Come Out to Show and Play in Northeast L.A.*
Sunday, November 20, 2005, 10 AM ­ 4 PM
 
--Self-guided tour of artists' studios 
--Over 100 artists and musicians share their work
--After-tour music festival at Mr. T's Bowl (starting at 6 pm)
--One-of-a-kind artist-made music boxes available for sale
 
Advance tickets are $12 (day of tour $17): Order online at http://www.arroyoartscollective.org, or in person at Galcošs Soda Pop Stop (5702 York Boulevard, Highland Park).
 
Tour day check-in at the Lummis Home (200 E. Avenue 43, Highland Park). See examples of artists' work, pick up a map with detailed information, see music boxes.
 
For more information about the collective, go to: http://www.arroyoartscollective.org
 
*Highland Park, Mt. Washington, Montecito Heights, and Eagle Rock

5.  DON'T MISS "A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE" AT EAGLE ROCK HIGH -- DECEMBER 1 THROUGH 4

For all you parents whose kids are attending Eagle Rock High School, for all you parents whose kids someday will be attending ERHS, for ERHS alumni, and for all other members of the Eagle Rock community:

ERHS's drama department proudly presents probably the most famous play by Tennessee Williams, "A Streetcar Named Desire."  Come see one of the best arts programs at our local high school in action.

We all know how many of our schools have cut arts programming.  Well, we are pleased to say the arts are alive and well at Eagle Rock High!  Please join us.  It's guaranteed to be enlightening and entertaining, with a wonderfully emotional musical accompaniment.

"A Streetcar Named Desire"
Thursday through Sunday
December 1, 2, and 3
7:00 p.m.
Matinee performance December 4
3:00 p.m.
Eagle Rock High School Auditorium
1750 Yosemite Drive
Eagle Rock


Tickets are only $10.  Come help support the arts at our high school!  Please see attachment for  the play's poster advertisement.  Lovely!

6.  SUPPORTING OUR LOCAL ARTISTS (SOLA)

 

SOLA Event `Supporting Our Local Artists'

Cheryl of the Blissful Soul in Eagle Rock is having a celebration on Sunday Nov 13th from 1pm -5pm at her shop at 4870 Eagle Rock Blvd. Eagle Rock, 90041 (between Addison and Yosemite next To Curves) Featured will be local artists in attendance at the shop.  A raffle to win a pair of one-of-a-kind earrings.  AND a Free Gift with  any purchase. Complimentary light Refreshments will be served. Harp musical performance by Chanel May.

 

The Blissful Soul carries and ethereal assortment of books, music, candles, home and garden accessories, fashions and jewelry created by artists. 

 

GOYA (formerly Oxy Cafe) is now open for Business at the Corner of Addison and Eagle Rock Blvd.  Fresh food and coffee available.  Stop by Sunday from 1-5!

 

7.  CENTER FOR THE ARTS EAGLE ROCK FUNCTIONAL AND FINE ART FESTIVAL ON NOVEMBER 20TH

 

Give a little, get a lot

 

Come discover the artistic bounty of Eagle Rock at a one-day functional and fine art festival to benefit the Center for the Arts in Eagle Rock. Something for everyone on your gift list will be available from some of Northeast L.A.'s  talented individuals.

 

Live music and tasty treats from local sponsors add to the festivities.   This event is also in conjunction with the Arroyo Arts Collective Discovery Tour where hundreds of North East Los Angeles Artists open their studios for a one day self guided tour of art & music.

 

When: Sunday, November 20th 2005, from 11 a.m.–7 p.m.

 

Where: Center for the Arts, 2225 Colorado Blvd., Eagle Rock (near Eagle Rock Boulevard)

 

What: 18 Artists in various mediums including:

Fine Art, jewelry, accessories, ceramics, glass, mosaics, chocolate, candles,  and others will have their wares available for purchase. A portion of the proceeds supports the Center for the Arts.

 

Suggested donation: $5, which includes a raffle ticket.  Fabulous items will be raffled off every half an hour during the event!

Additional tickets are available for purchase at $5 each or three for $10.

 

Information: Call 323-226-1617 or go online: www.centerartseaglerock.org

 

The Center for the Arts, Eagle Rock, is a nonprofit organization that provides affordable art classes and programming for children and adults. Housed in a beautiful historical setting, the Center hosts art exhibits and is a key supporter of cultural events in Northeast L.A.

 

For more information on the Arroyo Arts Collective Tour visit www.arroyoartscollective.com   A representative will be at the Center for the Arts with tickets and maps available for the self guided tour.

8.  THE TOY NOT DRIVE

 

From: "Jennifer Murphy" <Truffula_Tuft@hotmail.com>

 

This Holiday season, Santa is bringing good cheer and presents sans the reindeer. How will he deliver toys to needy families? On a bicycle of course! And you can help -- join the Toy NOT Drive.

 

Gather on Saturday, November 12th at Noon.  Ride leaves promptly at 12:30 pm, Heritage Square/Arroyo Goldline Station

3545 Pasadena Avenue (one block south of N. Figueroa St.)

 

The family friendly ride will last about an hour and will be mostly flat and at a pace of about 7-10 miles per hour.

 

Participants are asked to bring gifts to be donated to the Hathaway Family Resource Center, where the ride will end. The mission of the Center is to support families in providing a safe and nurturing environment for their children. The Center does this by offering a variety of programs throughout the Northeast Los Angeles area.

 

Riders carrying teddy bears, basketballs, movie passes, DVDs and an assortment of gifts will cruise together in a celebration of

sustainable transportation, community, and best of all, giving to those in need. Wear your Santa hat (over your helmet, of course)!

 

For more information and the gift wish list, visit www.NELABikes.com

or call 323-478-1036.

LETTERS AND E.MAILS

Thanks, Joanne, for all that you have done to create this incredible community resource.  I had never heard of Eagle Rock before I moved here in early 1999 (i.e., before places like Swork, Fatty’s, and Camilo’s arrived on the scene), and I thought I had moved to the End of Civilization as I knew it.  I then discovered TERA and the e.letter, and I suddenly felt like I belonged to a real community, not just a long-forgotten corner of Los Angeles.   Thank you for all that you have done to make the e.letter such an important community resource.

Cheryl Leutjen

The Blissful Soul

4870 Eagle Rock Blvd.

323-258-6900

www.blissfulsoul.com

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