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The hours rush by and there is never enough time to do as thorough of a job as we would like to do; to thank all of the people who contribute so much to making Eagle Rock such a great place to live; to get the e-letter together and out to you, our readers, in a timely fashion. Winter is definitely coming (although to those who grew up in less temperate climates, it probably seems to be coming on tippy-toes). I can see my breath when I take the dogs walking in the morning and there are the piles of leaves in the parkways that let us know that there will soon be a bit of frost on the roofs in the dawn hours. It's a good time to give thanks to our new and renewing TERA members, whose generous contributions make it possible for TERA to put together next year's Eclectic Home Tour; to fund portions of the Eagle Rockdale Community Garden; to keep our own organization working and producing the e-letter, the newsletter, the community meetings, and to represent our members on issues that affect the quality of life in our community. So, on behalf of the TERA Board, thanks to all of our members and supporters. It gives us great pleasure to be working for Eagle Rock.  Michael Tharp, President
Eagle Rock High School Football Team Advances!!! Everybody come out and support ERHS next Friday 12/9/05 at the
Coliseum!! If you missed the last game (12/2) you missed a fantastic game
as the Eagles triumphed over El Camino in a shoot out at the Rock. The
Eagles play an exciting wide open offense so get on your green and come
out and support the team!!
1ST ANNUAL KIDSPACE WINTER WONDERLAND 12/26 - 1/8 SNOW AND SEASONAL FUN COME TO PASADENA AT THE 1ST ANNUAL KIDSPACE
WINTER WONDERLAND, DECEMBER 26-JANUARY 8 Kidspace to Have a Flurry of Activities and Signature Events
Introducing Children to the Wonders of Winter PASADENA, CALIF. (Nov. 30, 2005) - Winter in Southern California is
often balmy and warm, but Kidspace Children's Museum, located in
Pasadena's Brookside Park, next to the Rose Bowl, is establishing a new
way to allow children to explore the cooler traditions of the season with
the 1st Annual Kidspace Winter Wonderland, a full two weeks of daily
activities to celebrate the magic of winter, December 26-January 8. Kidspace will offer programs bridging the arts, sciences, and
humanities, which are dedicated to helping children understand and enjoy
the many facets of winter. Imagine what it is like to be in a snowstorm in
L.A., and transform into a snowperson to participate in the Snow People
parade. Create art projects with food preserved especially for the winter
season. Gather around the Kidspace Central Courtyard at 4:30 p.m. each day
to view the Winter Wonderland Spectacular Light Display. Snow-making will
take place at surprise intervals throughout the day so children may
delight in the wonder of first snow! In addition, signature events will include the Mini Iron Chef Stuffed
Snowflakes Challenge on December 27 and 29, a Winter Animals program with
John Valentine and adaptive animal friends on December 28, traditional
caroling with guest performers Gigi and Mike on December 30, and an
unforgettable Noon Year's Eve Celebration - complete with a sparkling
cider toast - to countdown to 2006 at noon on December 31. Please note that Kidspace will be open on New Year's Day, but closed on
January 2 and 4. Kidspace Children's Museum is open daily from 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tickets are $8 for children and adults (infants under 1 and Members are
free). Kidspace is located at 480 N. Arroyo Blvd., in Brookside Park,
Pasadena, Calif., just opposite the Rose Bowl. Free parking is available
in Rose Bowl Parking Lot I. Kidspace Children's Museum is a non-profit 501(c) 3 organization that
exists to enrich the lives of children. Kidspace is an interactive
learning environment that is fun for children, families, educators, and
care givers. For further information, please visit our Web site:
ERNC SEEKS STAKEHOLDER INPUT ON BUDGET PRIORITIES — DEADLINE THIS
FRIDAY DEC. 9 The Mayor would like to hear from Neighborhood Council leaders
regarding their communities’ preferred budget priorities and strategic
choices. In order to make the best recommendations we can, the ERNC needs
to hear from you! We are asking stakeholders to complete a budget survey
and share their priorities with us, so that we can share them with the
Mayor throughout the budget process. Simply print out the survey, complete
it and mail it back to us. You may download the survey at: www.eaglerockcouncil.org/pdf/BudgetSurvey_ERNC.pdf Please mail completed surveys back to the ERNC by THIS FRIDAY DEC.
9 Eagle Rock Neighborhood Council; PO Box 41652; Los Angeles, CA
90041 The ERNC will compile the results of surveys from Eagle Rock
stakeholders and use that information to make recommendations to the Mayor
on behalf of the community. Thanks in advance for your participation as
the ERNC takes an active role in this important process. Here is a message from the Mayor about budget priorities. Tough Choices for a Brighter Future The City's budget is one of the tools that we use to help make our
dreams a reality. I am ready to work with you on developing a City budget
that embodies our dreams for Los Angeles and helps us achieve the
following goals: • Improving public safety; • Improving our public schools; • Reducing gang violence; • Reducing traffic congestion and better connecting communities to each
other; • Protecting the quality of the water we drink and the air we breathe;
and • Making Los Angeles the leading economic and cultural center of the
world. Realizing the goals I have set out for our City will not be easy.
Similar to the roads we travel on every day, there are numerous obstacles
that we must maneuver to reach our destination. These obstacles include a
budget shortfall of over $245 million, limited revenue sources, rising
energy costs, and an aging infrastructure. As a full-service city, there is also the challenge of providing Parks,
Libraries, Sidewalks, Trash Disposal and a variety of other essential
services at the level and quality expected and deserved by you. Despite these financial pressures, our goals are achievable. However,
developing our City budget will mean making some difficult choices between
what we would like to do and what we can afford to do - the same decisions
faced by families in Los Angeles every day. Given these pressures, it is clear that tough choices must be made
today if we expect a brighter future for our City. I am ready to confront
this challenge and pledge to develop a budget that is fiscally responsible
and addresses our City's needs. With your help, I know that we will be
successful. ANTONIO R. VILLARAIGOSA
The Carlotta’s Passion Wholesale Holiday Bazaar 12/3-10 12/02 - 12/10/2005 The Carlotta's Passion Wholesale Holiday Bazaar features a very large
number of the following items at wholesale prices. The Wholesale Holiday Bazaar offers you an opportunity to upgrade the
quality of your gift giving this year without spending more than usual.
Featured items include: - An eclectic selection 19th - 21st Century American and European Fine
Art - Tibetan thangkas - Art Glass, Ceramics, and Pottery - Turkish Kilim Upholstered Furniture - Handknotted rugs from Iran, Afghanistan, and Tibet - Carpet Pillows - Antique and vintage American quilts Carlotta's Passion Fine Art is located at 2012 Colorado Blvd. in the
Eagle Rock neighborhood of Los Angeles (the cross street is Maywood).
Business hours are Tuesday through Sunday, from 12:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Tel: 323.259.1563
December 10-11, 2005, 11 am 5 pm Holiday Art Bazaar Shop for eclectic gifts from some of L.A.¹s most creative artists.
These artists designed one-of-a- kind items are not found in department
stores. Juliana Martinez Blankets, Angela María Ortíz S. Photography, Artemisia
Jewelry, Elizabeth Quick Tapestry, Jennifer Curl Jewelry, Sheer Delights
Lingerie, Debbie De La Cruz Wood Burning, Visions Photography, Cristian
Vega-Rojo Art, Bonnie Ramirez Hats, Carolina Zapata Fashions, Lanazar/Evil
Eyes Turkish Items, Lesley-Evette Jewelry, Lost Art Jewelry, Diva
Jewelry Live music by Frankie Palmer, Paloma Udovic, Henry Bermudez, Craig
Casey, Derock and special guests. Refreshments and hors d'oeuvre's. Cactus Gallery & Gifts 4534 Eagle Rock Blvd., Eagle Rock, CA 90041 323-256-6117
Art Exhibition Proposals requested. The Center for the Arts, Eagle Rock Exhibition Committee is currently
accepting proposals from artists, curators, and art organizations for 3
exhibition slots in the second half of 2006. June-July August-September November-December Proposals for exhibition must have a strong concept and fit within the
Center's mission of providing innovative and multi-cultural arts
programming. The Center is a historical landmark and multi-use space. All artwork
must be made to be moved or placed on movable gallery walls. For
information on the Center's gallery please visit www.centerartseaglerock.org The proposals must include: - 150 word maximum description of the proposed exhibition. - Bio/Resume/CV's of curator and/or a mission statement of the art
organization/collective. - Bio/Resume/CV's of proposed artists. - Visual material of proposed artwork for exhibition. (jpegs, slides,
sketches, etc.) Deadline for submission is February 1st, 2006. Please submit proposals to: Lui Sanchez Program Director Center for the Arts, Eagle Rock 2225 Colorado Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90041 or email to:
Holiday Shopping at Barlow Guildhouse Looking for a unique gift for someone special this year? How about
holiday decor? Come visit the Barlow Guildhouse where they feature
original and handcrafted items from around the world. There is something
for everyone here: jewelry, glassware, ceramics, toys, baby things, cards,
paper goods and novelties. Holiday decor items include beautiful wreaths,
tree ornaments, candles and gift wrap. An enjoyable shopping experience
during the holiday season, and all year round. Barlow Guildhouse is located at 2000 Stadium Way and is on the grounds
of the Barlow Respiratory Hospital. You can call 213.250.3894 for
directions. Hours for the holidays are Saturday and Sunday from 10am to
4:30pm (normal hours are 1 to 5pm) The gift shop is run by volunteers of the Barlow Hospital Guild and all
proceeds benefit the Hospital.
A HOLIDAY BRIDGE LIGHTING Join Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and Councilman Jose Huizar for Fun,
Music and Yes Real Snow on the First Street Bridge in Boyle Heights. This
is a Community Holiday Toy Drive . At the First Street Bridge (between Mission Rd & Vignes St.) Saturday , December 10th,2005, 5:00pm - 7:00pm For more information please call (213) 978- 0645.
Dear Friend of Griffith Park, If you would like to continue having a voice in the future of Griffith
Park, it is vital that you attend the public meeting taking place this
Monday evening, December 5th at the Griffith Park Ranger Station. Despite overwhelmingly negative feedback to the current Draft of the
Griffith Park Master Plan, ominous signs are emerging that the final
version of the Plan will promote the Park's paving and commercialization.
With the cooperation of the City, the Draft is being showcased this month
to professional associations whose members profit from major construction
projects and urban development. The current Draft leads the Park in this direction, despite the
public's expressed desires. The consensus in favor of preservation that
emerged at the initial Master Plan Public Workshops was ignored. The
community organizations listed in the Draft as helping to prepare it, were
not consulted. Created without citizen participation, the Draft does not
reflect the public will. That is why several community groups united to demand that the final
Draft of the Master Plan be vetted and rewritten in an open and public
process. The Griffith Park Draft Master Plan Working Group that resulted
derives its authority from your participation. Without your presence at
the Master Plan Working Group meetings, the process will be marginalized
and, ultimately, derailed. Don't allow your voice to be extinguished. Don't let Griffith Park be
destroyed. Attend Monday's meeting, support the public process, and
continue to make your opinions known: Monday, December 5th at 6:30 p.m. Griffith Park Ranger Station Community Room 4730 Crystal Springs Drive, Griffith Park Please use the Los Feliz Blvd/Riverside Drive entrance The Coalition to Save Griffith Park
PASADENA, CALIF. (Dec. 2, 2005) - Kidspace Children's Museum, located
in Pasadena's Brookside Park, next to the Rose Bowl, invites families to
an entertaining staging of the much-loved story, Pinocchio, performed by
Visiting Artists Traveling Lantern Theater Company, Saturday, December 10,
beginning promptly at 1p.m. During this engaging and interactive rendition, two actors will perform
all roles, taking children and adults from the very beginning of
Pinocchio's journey, from a bad little puppet to a good, courageous human
being. The play will run for approximately 45 minutes and is based
directly on the original story of Pinocchio, written during the 1880s, by
C. Collodi. "The story of Pinocchio is a favorite for children because each child
can relate to going through his or her own similar situation where there
are choices that need to be made," comments K.B. Mercer, a professional
actor who, along with her husband Doren Elias, runs the Traveling Lantern
Theater Company. The Traveling Lantern Theater Company is a San Diego-based performance
troupe dedicated to producing high- quality children> '> s theater
with a distinctly American bent. The Traveling Lantern Theater Company
performs for community groups, and at schools and libraries. For more
information, visit www.travelinglantern.com. Kidspace Children's Museum is open daily from 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tickets are $8 for children and adults (infants under 1 and Members are
free). Kidspace is located at 480 N. Arroyo Blvd., in Brookside Park,
Pasadena, Calif., just opposite the Rose Bowl. Free parking is available
in Rose Bowl Parking Lot I. Kidspace Children's Museum is a non-profit 501(c) 3 organization that
exists to enrich the lives of children. Kidspace is an interactive
learning environment that is fun for children, families, educators, and
care givers. For sign up information, and for our calendar of events,
please visit our Web site: www.kidspacemuseum.org
Eagle Rock artist exhibit held over through December at Infusion
Gallery, downtown, Los Angeles, December 1 25, 2005! Come to the
Artists' Reception December 8th, 6pm-11pm and support your local
artist! Artist, Stina Hamlin, and her husband, Nate, bought a house in Eagle
Rock two years ago and have vowed never to leave this wonderful community!
Stina, originally from Texas, works in the television production industry
and has been an artist for years. Her new collection, fittingly entitled,
"The Perro Collection" consists of dog portraits, posing in vivid happy
scenes. Her refreshing work inspires joy and you are sure to walk away
with a smile. The group exhibition is from December 1st 25th, and the Artists'
Reception is Thursday, December 8th, from 6pm 11pm at the
gallery. The Infusion Gallery is located on "Gallery Row" in downtown, Los
Angeles, at 828 Main Street, 213.683.8827, www.infusiongallery.com. To view Stina Hamlin's portfolio, go to www.stinaart.com.
The following workshop does NOT take place @ the Center, please read
entire email for info on location and schedule for Audition Prep
Workshop. AUDITION PREP WORKSHOP “The readiness is all”! William Shakespeare SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL/LA & THEATREWORKERS’ PROJECT ARE PLEASED TO
ANNOUNCE AUDITION PREP WORKSHOPS FOR MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WHO
ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING TO LOS ANGELES COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS
(LACHSA) & CALIFORNIA STATE SUMMER SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS (CSSSA) WHAT WILL THE WORKSHOPS COVER? INTRO TO SHAKESPEARE & LINE
UNDERSTANDING, HELP WITH CHOOSING AUDITION MONOLOGUES, INDIVIDUAL
COACHING, INTERVIEW & APPLICATION PREPARATION WHEN ARE THE WORKSHOPS? SATURDAY, 12/10/05, 1/14, 1/28 &
2/18/06 WHAT TIME? 10 AM – 2 PM WHERE ARE THE WORKSHOPS? SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL/LA, 1238 W. 1ST ST, LA 90026 IS THERE A FEE TO ATTEND? NO, HOWEVER STUDENTS MUST DEMONSTRATE A
STRONG COMMITMENT TO PARTICIPATING IN ALL WORKSHOPS FOR MORE INFORMATION
& TO RESERVE A SPACE PLEASE CONTACT MARCELA ROBLES
marcela@shakespearefestivalla.org 213/481-2273 ex 13
Subject: City's Crisis Response Team Recruitment/DONE Office of Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa CRISIS RESPONSE TEAM BECOME A CRISIS RESPONSE TEAM VOLUNTEER! Training for New Team Members JANUARY 17 – MARCH 9, 2006 TRAINING LOCATION: North Hollywood Police Station TRAINING SCHEDULE: Tuesday & Thursday Evenings The Crisis Response Team is a program offered through the Office of
Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa. As a volunteer member of the Crisis Response
Team you are activated by the L.A. Police and Fire Departments to provide
immediate on-scene crisis intervention, emotional support and referrals to
victims and their families involved in a traumatic incident such as: * Major Traffic Accidents * Homicides * Death Notification Assistance * Multi- Casualty Incidents * Drive-by Shootings * Natural Deaths * Fires * Suicides Interested individuals should contact: CRISIS RESPONSE TEAM- Office of the Mayor 200 North Spring Street Los Angeles, CA 90012 Jeff Zimerman, M.S.W., CRT Manager Phone: (213) 978-0697 Fax: (213) 978-0718 E-mail: jeffrey.zimerman@lacity.org Bilingual volunteers needed 11/14/05 JANUARY 2006 – NEW MEMBER TRAINING (Location: North Hollywood Police Station) SESSION I Tuesday January 17th 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (a) Introductions & Overview. (b) What are Traumatic Events? (c)
What are & why are there Crisis Response Teams? SESSION II Thursday January 19th 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (How Do Victims/Family members Respond to Traumatic Events & the
Grief Process: County Dept on Mental Health) SESSION III Tuesday January 24th 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (a) Grief (b) Confidentiality (c) Preparing to Help Victims &
Family Members SESSION IV Thursday January 26th 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (What CRT/You Can Do For Victims/Families & Crisis Intervention
Skills) SESSION V Tuesday January 31st 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (a) Skillful/Active Listening & Sacred Silence. (b) What
Victims/Families Can Do For Themselves SESSION VI Thursday February 2nd 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (Working With Homicide, the LAPD & the Coroner: LAPD Detective and
County Coroner. LAPD Chaplain) SESSION VII Tuesday February 7th 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (a) Working With Homicide Part 2: Speakers; City/County Victim
Assistance Programs & a Homicide Bereavement Agency. (b) LAFD speaker:
Working in Fire & Major Traffic Accident situations. SESSION VIII Thursday February 9th 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (a) Assisting with Death Notifications. (b) Working With Suicide.
Speakers from Suicide Prevention Center SESSION IX Tuesday February 14th 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (Children & Grief. Speakers: LAUSD, DMH, & a Children's grief
agency) SESSION X Thursday February 16th 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (a) Working in Hospital Emergency Rooms. Speaker: Hospital Social
Worker. (b) Working with People with Disabilities: City's Department on
Disabilities. (c) Working with Diverse Cultures & Religions: City's
Human Relations Department SESSION XI Tuesday February 21st 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (a) Working with Larger Scale Incidents. Speakers: Red Cross, LAPD
& LAFD. (b) The Standardized Emergency Management System (SIMS):
City's Emergency Preparedness Department SESSION XII Thursday February 23rd 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (a) Working with the Elderly. (b) Secondary Traumatization: Speaker:
County Department on Mental Health SESSION XIII Tuesday February 28th 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (Caring for One Another and Caring for Oneself) SESSION XIV Thursday March 2nd 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (a) CRT Policies & Procedures (b) Community Referrals &
Resources SESSION XV Tuesday, March 7th 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (Role Play) Session XVI Thursday, March 9th 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (Graduation)
I've received a
number of very supportive letters since the last e-letter. I'm not going
to run all of them because in my own mind, it seems a little self serving
and, as some have reminded me, the e-letter, even in its present form, is
more than long enough. But I deeply appreciate hearing from you and try to
answer personally those letters that aren't printed. And, as noted below,
I've always allowed those letters that are critical to run. MT
Hi Scott, Please Add the Neighborhood Council Site to Useful Links http://www.
eaglerockcouncil.org/ thanks,
Glenn Hickman AIA a founding member of TERA developer of Eaglerockcouncil website, Digital Neighborhood LLC 323.254.7689
Dear Michael – For what it's worth, I just had to note that I miss your thoughtful
opening remarks to the TERA e- letter. If I remember correctly, I think
that someone was a bit critical of these in a past letter to the editor
and really hope that they weren't the reason for your
pared-back/all-business openings of late. Don't let one curmudgeon get you
down –- come on, people should just skim through things they don't care to
read and move on with it! That said, the effort to write the thoughtful pieces you have in the
past notably takes time. I just felt the need to let you know that I
always enjoyed your irreverent take on whatever the topic du jour was. It
always gave me a laugh or two and, more importantly, provoked thought
about the happenings/circumstances around our neighborhood which is
exactly what a community letter should aim to do. Regardless – the email is a big job, so thanks for your ongoing efforts
to keep us all informed. Thanks, Susannah Scott Thank you, Susannah. Those who are rude
and uncivil can make life a little less pleasant for us all, can't they?
That being said, the only reason the president's messages have been
shorter and less topical of late is the added time it takes for me to edit
the e-letter. Once we have a permanent editor, I look forward to resuming
my life's work of annoying the self-important and humorless. Thanks for
your kind words and thanks to the others who have written kind words along
a similar vein. MT
I love your new look. The colors are soft on the eyes. The font is just
fine for me, and I don't have problems opening the email. I like that the
index is on the right for quick review. Keep up the good work, kathy gallegos
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