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September 8, 2005

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1.  TERA PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE -- MICHAEL THARP

2.  TERA'S COUNCIL MEET AND GREET A GREAT SUCCESS!

3.  QUILTING EXHIBIT AND LECTURES AT CARLOTTAšS PASSION ­ SEPTEMBER 10

4.  FRIENDS AND FAMILY PICNIC AND FREE CONCERT AT THE BLISSFUL SOUL -- SEPTEMBER 11

5.  LINDA ALLEN AND ERCPR BOARD TO BE HONORED -- SEPTEMBER 13

6.  CALL FOR ENTRIES -- "SCENES OF EAGLE ROCK" AND "LIVE ART' -- APPLY BY SEPTEMBER 30

7.  UGLA ANNUAL FUNDRAISER AUDITIONS -- SEPTEMBER 24

8.  SEVENTH ANNUAL EAGLE ROCK MUSIC FESTIVAL! -- OCTOBER 1 AND 2

9.  GLAD (GREATER LOS ANGELES AGENCY ON DEAFNESS) DAY AT THE RACES -- OCTOB ER 1

10.  NEW BUSINESS -- AND NEW TERA MEMBER BENEFIT! -- THE GARDEN SPA'T

11.  MARK YOUR CALENDARS! -- TERA'S ECLECTIC EAGLE ROCK HOME TOUR -- NOVEMBER 6

12.  EL PUEBLO WELL ON ITS WAY TO FINANCIAL STABILITY AND HEALTH -- LAURA CHICK

13.  LETTERS AND E.MAILS

14.  QUOTE OF THE WEEK -- EDDIE RICKENBACKER

1.  TERA PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE -- MICHAEL THARP

Watching the devastation of New Orleans by Katrina, and the impact on those who chose to remain in the City or could not leave because of having no transportation, reminded me once again that when Mother Nature gets riled, she doesnšt fool around!  We got a small taste of that last winter when some of our hillsides attempted to fill up the valleys and streets below, as well as to take out a house or two on the way down.  

Being a native Angeleno, Išve had it drummed into me since I was a small child that I should be prepared for "the big one."  And, for the most part, I thought that I was.  I got a taste of "the big one" in 1971 when I was visiting the North East San Fernando Valley and got tossed rudely out of bed by the Sylmar Quake.  Fortunately, no one in the house in which I was staying suffered any injuries, and while the unreinforced masonry walls in the back yard tumbled down, there was no major damage.  Others were not so lucky.

In 1992 I was living in Eagle Rock when things moved from Northridge to Santa Monica, and while it seemed like a freight train was thundering through the house for an eternity, the chimney stayed in place and there was nothing more than a few new cracks in the walls of my 1920s hillside house.  My neighbors and I rallied in the street a few minutes after the shaking stopped and checked on neighbors to make sure all was well.  By then we had an "earthquake kit" and felt pretty confident that we could ride out whatever nature had in store.  

What happened in New Orleans changed my feeling of confidence.  I felt I would be able to survive for a few days or a week with the supplies on hand.  Looking at New Orleans, I had to contemplate having to survive for weeks without assistance.  Because in my immediate neighborhood we know each other and help each other out on a regular basis, I think the personal infrastructure is in place to support each other should it become necessary.  But New Orleans made me realize that I need to put away much more in order to survive the four months that New Orleans will be out of commission.  

So, I went on line, once again, and herešs the list of what should be on hand to survive 72 hours after an earthquake or other disaster.  Keep in mind this wouldnšt have been enough in New Orleans:

ESSENTIALS
SANITATION SUPPLIES
SAFETY AND COMFORT
COOKING
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES
This list, along with other advice, is available at the Web site of the California Governoršs Office of Emergency Services.  Take a tip from Scouting and "be prepared."

Remember to check on and take care of your neighbors so that they can do the same for you.  

There will be no Presidentšs Message next week because the Prez will be on vacation.
2.  TERA'S COUNCIL MEET AND GREET A GREAT SUCCESS!

TERA thanks all of you TERA members and other community members who attended our Council District 14 candidate "Meet and Greet" event Tuesday evening.  It was a great success all the way around!

About 100 or so  interested persons were a part of this important and informative gathering.  Terrific food was available to all, thanks to TERA Board member and event organizer Keith Louie, and the atmosphere was casual and fun.  It gave the candidates an opportunity to touch base with constituents on a one-on-one basis and to talk about the issues that are important to them without restrictions on time or subject matter.  TERA held a similar event in 1999 when there were 14 candidates, and all felt the event was a truly positive and enriching experience.

The Council District 14 candidates in attendance, in alphabetical order, were Crystal Arceo, Ruby de Vera, Paul Gonzales, Brian Heckmann, Jose Huizar, Juan Jimenez, Clifford Ramiro Moseley, Nick Pacheco, and David Sanchez.  All candidates were given the opportunity to make a one-minute statement about why they should be given support for their candidacy.

Thanks to area restaurants who donated food and beverages to TERA's Meet and Greet:  The Coffee Table, Isla Restaurant, and Sicha Siam.  We would also like to thank our gracious volunteers:  Teri Aranguren and Michelle Simutis for setting up; Betty Tyndall and Renate Crump for greeting and signing in attendees; Celia Anderson-Hayes for helping with clean-up; and Connie Law for photography.
3.  QUILTING EXHIBIT AND LECTURES AT CARLOTTAšS PASSION ­ SEPTEMBER 10

A Century of American Quilting opens with a reception on Sat. September 10, from 4-8pm.  The show runs until Sunday, October 30th.  The exhibit includes a splendid collection of fine antique and vintage quilts in our front gallery.  Anne Copeland curates this show.  Contemporary art quilts created by members of the Southern California-based Quilts on the Wall: Fiber Artists, appear in our back gallery.  This show is curated by Jamie Fingal, a long-time, nationally renowned fiber artist.  Carlottašs Passion Fine Art is located at 2012 Colorado Blvd. (at Maywood). Tues.-Sun., Noon-9pm. 323-259-1563 or email rs@carlottaspassion.com  

During the show, Carlotta's Passion will offer educational lectures and special events, including the following:  
Sat.  Sept. 24 from 11am to 4pm: Anne Copeland will offer free verbal quilt appraisals to the public at Carlottašs Passion. Reasonably priced fee-based written appraisals will also be available.
Sun. Oct. 16 at 2pm: Anne Copeland will present ŗOne Hundred Years of Comfort˛ a fascinating lecture about quilt origins and symbology, and the evolution of American fiber arts.
4.  FRIENDS AND FAMILY PICNIC AND FREE CONCERT AT THE BLISSFUL SOUL -- SEPTEMBER 11

Join us on Sunday, September 11, for a Friends and Family Picnic and FREE concert at the Blissful Soul.

Eagle Rock resident Rob MacMullan offers soulful, original music about the mysteries of love and life.  Join your friends and neighbors for an evening of peaceful remembrance and the joyful celebration of love. Support our local artists!  Rob will gladly sign copies of his CD purchased at this event.

Picnic:                                5:30 ­ 7:00 p.m. (bring your own or purchase from Oxy Café)
Concert:                            7:00-8:30 p.m.
Candlelight blessing:      8:30 p.m.
5.  LINDA ALLEN AND ERCPR BOARD TO BE HONORED -- SEPTEMBER 13

The Eagle Rock Chamber of Commerce, the business community of Eagle Rock, and the Women's Twentieth Century Club invite you to a reception honoring Linda Allen and the Board of ERCPR (Eagle Rock Community Preservation and Revitalization) on Tuesday, September 13, 6-8pm at the Women's Twentieth Century Club, 5105 Hermosa Avenue in Eagle Rock.

Ten years ago, in response to a McDonald's proposal to demolish the Security Pacific Bank (now Blockbuster) and erect a drive-through fast-food restaurant in its place in violation of the Colorado Boulevard Specific Plan, a small group of people from various factions who had never worked together before envisioned Eagle Rock business corridor improvement.  They called themselves Downtown Directions.

This group eventually became ERCPR.  A grant task force was gathered together, and the TERA representatives on the task force, Hilary Norton Orozco, with assistance from then-TERA president Joanne Turner, wrote a comprehensive grant to the State asking for $500,000.  A grant in the amount of $300,000 was awarded.

With this money granted through State Senator Jack Scott, 45 businesses have been improved through the ERCPR's Facade Improvement Program, which has enhanced and improved Eagle Rockšs business district and encouraged new business growth in the community.  Linda and the Board of ERCPR, including Hilary Norton Orozco, volunteer their time and efforts working with consultants and the state to improve Eagle Rock for everyone.

Please join in recognizing and honoring their commitment at the reception on September 13.
6.  CALL FOR ENTRIES -- "SCENES OF EAGLE ROCK" AND "LIVE ART' -- APPLY BY SEPTEMBER 30

The Eagle Rock Association (TERA), in conjunction with our annual Eclectic Eagle Rock Home Tour on Sunday, November 6, presents the "Scenes of Eagle Rock" Art Exhibit + "Live Art" participatory opportunity for all interested artists.

"Scenes of Eagle Rock" Art Exhibit

For two weeks preceding TERA's 2005 Eclectic Eagle Rock Home Tour, artists throughout Southern California are invited to paint, draw, photograph or otherwise portray scenes indoors or outdoors in beautiful Eagle Rock, following in the tradition of such legendary artists as Conrad Buff and Hanson Puthuff or using your unlimited imagination.  This is all part of the annual Eclectic Eagle Rock Home Tour on Sunday, November 6.  This exciting event attracts hundreds of visitors to our historic neighborhood every year.

Framed finished artworks will be presented as an art exhibition at the breathlessly beautiful Carlotta's Passion Fine Art gallery, which is located at 2012 Colorado Boulevard in Eagle Rock.  Scenes of Eagle Rock will be displayed on Sunday, November 6, during the Home Tour and will continue to be shown until Sunday, November 13.  

All artwork entries must depict interior or exterior scenes within the community of Eagle Rock.  A list of suggested locations and picturesque sites is available upon request.  All styles and media are welcomed.  There is a limit of one submission per artist.  Mounted finished artwork must not exceed 26" in width and 32" in height and must be equipped for hanging.  Artists will receive 60% of any sales made during Scenes of Eagle Rock exhibit.  The artist's portion of the retail price cannot exceed $500.  A three-panel jury will choose work to be shown and award four certificates of merit.  The top winner's artwork will be prominently displayed in next year's Eclectic Eagle Rock Home Tour program, and all participating artists will receive free tickets to attend this year's Home Tour.

In addition to the above-mentioned certificates of merit, we are pleased to offer a purchase award this year.

"Live Art"

We also want to encourage artists to participate in our one-day Scenes of Eagle Rock "Live Art" on Sunday, November 6, from 10 am to 4pm during the Home Tour.  "Live Art" locations include the homes and gardens featured in the Eclectic Eagle Rock Home Tour or anywhere along the Home Tour route.  A list of the homes will be sent to participating artists.  The artwork produced on this day will be displayed at the volunteer appreciation party on Sunday, November 6, starting at 4:30pm at the Center for the Arts, Eagle Rock.

IMPORTANT DATES

September 30 -- Application Deadline
November 3 -- Take Finished and Framed Work to Gallery
November 4 -- Installation of Exhibition
November 6 -- Home Tour and "Live Art" Day
November 6 -- Artists Reception and Awards Presentation, 1:00 pm Carlotta's Passion
November 6 -- Volunteers Appreciation Party 4:30 pm, Center for the Arts, Eagle Rock
November 13 -- Exhibition Ends at Gallery
November 14-20 -- Pick Up Work at Gallery
Please print and fill out the application below and enclose a $20 entry fee (check payable to TERA)

Mail to:

Lori Pond
5447 Dahlia Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90041

Thursday, November 3, 12 noon to 4:00pm, is Delivery Date for Artwork!

For additional information call Lori or Mike Pond at (323) 256-1329 or e.mail fstop888@yahoo.com
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"SCENES OF EAGLE ROCK" AND "LIVE ART" APPLICATION

Artist's Name
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Address
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City & Zip
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Phone ____________________________ e.mail address________________________________

Medium
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Check Events you wish to participate in:

O Scenes of Eagle Rock Art Exhibit

O Scenes of Eagle Rock "Live Art"
7.  UGLA ANNUAL FUNDRAISER AUDITIONS -- SEPTEMBER 24

Uptown Gay and Lesbian Alliance (UGLA) will be holding its 15th annual Fundraiser, Cabaret '05, on October 22, at the Women's Twentieth Century Club in Eagle Rock. This will be the third year UGLA has held its Cabaret at the Women's Club.

Auditions for this talent showcase (which is not a staging of the Broadway musical "Cabaret") will take place on September 24 at a private home in Eagle Rock.  Singers, musicians, dancers, lip-sync artists and specialty acts are encouraged to audition. For an audition time call Cabaret Chair Carl Matthes at (323) 254-2726 or Joan Potter at (323) 258-2555.

The Dance Department of  Glendale Community College has accepted an invitation to make a return engagement in this year's Cabaret.  Veteran Stage Director Ken Kane will direct Cabaret 05.

In past years, funds raised by Cabaret went to: AIDS Healthcare Foundation, AIDS Service Center (Pasadena), Project 10, GLAAD, Project Angel Food, Susan G. Komen Breast Foundation, Alcoholism Center for Women, PAWS/LA, SPCA, Center for the Arts, Eagle Rock, Optimist Boys Home, and others.
Auditions:  September 24
Cabaret '05 Event date:  October 22
Women's Twentieth Century Club
5105 Hermosa Avenue (corner of Colorado Boulevard)
Eagle Rock

For more information, please contact:

UGLA
P. O. Box 65111
Los Angeles CA 90065
e.mail:  UptownGLA@aol.com
UGLA hotline:  (323) 258-8842
http://www.UGLA.org
8.  SEVENTH ANNUAL EAGLE ROCK MUSIC FESTIVAL! -- OCTOBER 1 AND 2

Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, Council District 14, and the Center for the Arts, Eagle Rock, are proud to announce the Seventh Annual Eagle Rock Music Festival!

Classical, zydeco, jazz, blues, Tex-Mex, rock 'n roll, country western, swing, salsa -- more!  It's FREE and for the whole family!

October 1st & 2nd...@ 6pm
Along Colorado Blvd. and Eagle Rock Blvd.

Join us for a pre-party!
MUSIC FEST OPENING RECEPTION
September 30th
@ FATTY'S
1671 Colorado Blvd. 7pm-9pm
pick up your MusicFest MAPs here!

please visit: http://www.centerartseaglerock.org
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presented by:
Los Angeles Cultural Affairs Dept. The Glendale Association of Realtors, Los Angeles County Arts Commission, CitiBank, Michael Schlueter, Damon Dennis, The Women's 20th Century Club, TracyKing.com, Universal Savings Bank,
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BANDS SPONSORED BY: Paul and Leno Sislin, Hillary Norton Orozco, Occidental College, Solheim Lutheran Home, Bell-Warren Trust, Casa Bianca Pizza Pie, Paul Pagnone, Dilbeck Realtors, GMAC Real Estate, Washington Mutual, Bob Taylor, Eagle Rock Chamber of Commerce, Eagle Rock Valley Historical Society, School Board member Jose Huizar, M.A.N. Insurance, Rockin' Baby Shop, Edna Shelton, Adam's Wilshire Engraving Inc. Dalila Sotelo
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VENUES include: Women's 20th Century Club, Camilo's, Coldwell Banker/David Steven, Colombo's, Dr. Music Center, Eagle Rock Pilates, Impact Martial Arts, Jim's Burgers, Panang, Rantz, The Welcome Inn, The Coffee Table, IMIX Bookstore, Toros Pottery, The Renaissance Arts Academy, Starbucks, Silver Star Automotive
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This festival is sponsored by the Los Angeles Arts, Commission and the Recording Industries Music Performance Fund through the assistance of the professional musicians union local 47.
9.  GLAD (GREATER LOS ANGELES AGENCY ON DEAFNESS) DAY AT THE RACES -- OCTOB ER 1

We extend an invitation to our Friends at TERA to participate in our first ever GLAD Day at the Races!  The Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness is set to takeover the Infield of the Santa Anita Racetrack on Saturday, October 1st and we want you to be a part of this special event.  This benefit, where the horses will be racing around us, will bring together numerous corporations and organizations that have demonstrated an extraordinary level of support to the deaf and hard of hearing community sustaining the mission of GLAD.  

Funds raised will help expand services to meet the desperate needs of Deaf and Hard of Hearing newborns, children, adolescents, adults and seniors throughout Southern California and beyond. There are approximately 22 million Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals living within the United States.  It is estimated that one in fifteen people live with a significant hearing loss. The Office of Deaf Access estimates 2.2 million deaf persons reside in California with well over one million living within the service area of GLAD.

This much-anticipated event provides sponsorship levels of your choice which include:

Premier reserved Infield seating, All-You-Can-Eat BBQ Buffet, Admission and Parking, Santa Anita Race Program and Event Program Book, your company's advertisement or listing in Event Program Book, Infield Signage placement and Special Event recognition, TV Monitors for enhanced race viewing, horse betting 101’ Presentation,  Convenient Betting Stations, Kentucky Derby Hat Contest and more.

*We are requesting a tax-deductible donation if you are unable to attend this event.

The proceeds will help support the ongoing activities and diverse programs at GLAD for services in Community Education, Communication Access, Counseling, Advocacy, Information and Referral, Job Accessibility, Independent Living Skills, Parent Education, Teen Pregnancy Prevention, Clinic Sensitivity Trainings, HIV/AIDS Prevention Program and Sign Language Interpreting Referral Services, just to name a few.

We would be honored to have you sponsor this benefit event. Contact our Public Relations Department at 323-478-8000TTY/Voice or via email at mfranklin@gladinc.org to discuss your participation.  Spread the word to your friends, co-workers and family members!

Thank you in advance for your support of the deaf and hard of hearing community.

GLADly,
Rachel Braver
Director of Public Relations
The Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness, Inc.
2222 Laverna Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90041
323-550-4274 Direct Line TTY/Voice
323-478-8000 Main Number
323-550-4205 Fax
rbraver@gladinc.org
http://www.gladinc.org
10.  NEW BUSINESS -- AND NEW TERA MEMBER BENEFIT! -- THE GARDEN SPA'T

Skin care, first practiced in prehistoric times and mastered by the ancient Egyptians, is now a rapidly growing industry in the United States.  Now commonly referred to as the profession of Aesthetics, skin care is considered a necessity especially with negative environmental influences and skin cancer on the rise.  From this need for professional skin care, The Garden SpašT was born.

Since its inception, The Garden Spa'T's mission has been to provide its clients with a range of skin care offerings including both natural organic (Eminence OrganicsŽ) and technologically advanced (PharmaskincareŽ) products.  They also perform a complimentary skin analysis preceding every treatment to ensure a customized service focused on the client's specific and immediate needs.

Located in the beautiful Craftsman which also houses Martin Chiropractic Center, The Garden SpašT provides a comforting atmosphere where clients can relax both body and mind while receiving skin care treatments.  Owner and Aesthetician Tanis Rhines has been passionate about skin her whole life.  She not only holds degrees in Cell & Molecular Biology, Chemistry and AestheticsŠbut she is also a skin product junkie!  Come visit the newest small business addition to the Eagle Rock CommunityŠThe Garden SpašT!  

The Garden SpašT offers a 30% discount to all TERA members on their first facial (normally $70)
and a continuous 10% discount on all products!

Ms. Tanis Rhines, Aesthetician
The Garden Spa'T
2513 Colorado Boulevard
Eagle Rock CA 90041
(323) 344-8259
tanis@thegardenspat.com
11.  MARK YOUR CALENDARS! -- TERA'S ECLECTIC EAGLE ROCK HOME TOUR -- NOVEMBER 6

Be sure to attend TERA's Eclectic Eagle Rock Home Tour on Sunday, November 6!  This year we are featuring the Mt. Royal Drive neighborhood north of Colorado.  It's less than three months away and is guaranteed to be great!

Volunteer to serve as a docent or fill another volunteer position and get a free ticket to the tour as well as an invitation to our famous and always fun after-party.  Please contact the following:

To serve as a docent:  Kathleen Goldstein at goldleroux@aol.com
To volunteer in another capacity:  Teri Aranguren at tacpa@pacbell.net
12.  EL PUEBLO WELL ON ITS WAY TO FINANCIAL STABILITY AND HEALTH -- LAURA CHICK

The following press release was issued August 31:

City Controller Laura Chick has released a follow-up audit of El Pueblo which shows, "significant progress has been made," since her first audit was released in April 2004.

chick took financial receivership of El Pueblo, which is home to Olvera Street, in January 2004 after receiving a whistleblower tip.  "What I found was a situation that bordered on financial disaster," said Chick.

"Today I am very pleased to release a follow-up audit of El Pueblo that tells a much different story.  Significant progress has been made in implementing the recommendations of my audit.  El Pueblo is well on its way to financial stability and health," wrote Chick in a letter to Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, City Attorney Rocky Delgadillo, and the members of the City Council.

In addition to Olvera Street, El Pueblo attracts over two million visitors each year and is home to 27 historic buildings, museums, shops, and cafes.

"The neglect and mismanagement of El Pueblo is something that must never happen again.  However, the corrective action taken by the Department, especially General Manager Rushmore Cervantes, is a lesson for all City departments to follow," said Chick.

The full report, as well as all audits by the Controller's Office, can be accessed at http://www.lacity.org.ctr.
13.  LETTERS AND E.MAILS

"Thank you, Michael (Tharp), for the special mention in the last e.letter.  But, I would like to say it is people like you, and the other TERA board members, ERNC board members, and leaders of other community organizations that really make a difference.  You volunteer week in and week out, year in and year out, mostly under the radar until someone snipes at you from the safety and comfort of their living room couch.  Thank you all for your endless work."

-- Dave Gustavson, Eagle Rock resident and TERA member
14.  QUOTE OF THE WEEK -- EDDIE RICKENBACKER

"Courage is doing what you're afraid to do.  There can be no courage unless you're scared."
Got graffiti? Contact the City of LAšs Operation Clean Sweep Graffiti Removal Hotline:  3 - 1 - 1.
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Š2005 The Eagle Rock Association

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