Archive for January, 2010
Earthquake: Are You Ready?
With the terrible tragedy in Haiti and another quake just off the coast of Eureka, CA, earthquakes are all on our mind at the moment. The question is…. Are you prepared for a quake that might happen here? Every person and family should have an earthquake plan and supplies to deal with the aftermath of the quake. Planning can reduce the dangers of serious injury or loss of life from an [...]
Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the Senior Center
The City of Culver City will celebrate and honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with two days of joyous, provocative and thoughtful events which will take place on Saturday, Jan. 16 and Sunday Jan. 17 at the Culver City Senior Citizens Center, located at 4095 Overland Blvd, Culver City, California 90230. Saturday’s program runs from 12:00 P.M. to 7:45 P.M. and Sunday’s program runs from 11:00 [...]
The School Board Gives Awards, Honors and Calls the Play for the Coaches
All the chairs were filled, and the crowd spilled out into the hallway at the first regular meeting of the new school board on Jan. 12. Commenting on the number of people present, school board Vice President Scott Zeidman said “It is our goal to hear from all of you who wish to be heard, ” and the meeting was called to order. The evening began with Dave Mielke of the Culver City Federation [...]
Have a Laugh at the YMCA
Laughing is healthy. YMCA member and stand-up comedian Jonathan London will be performing his newest comedy act in the courtyard for an evening of healthy laughs. Humor and laughter strengthen your immune system, boost your energy, diminish pain, and protect you from the damaging effects of stress. Best of all, this priceless medicine is fun, free, and easy to use. Friday ( that's [...]
AVPA Hosts Frost Film Festival
The Academy of Visual and Performing Arts (AVPA) is proud to welcome young filmmakers from around Los Angeles County to participate in the 12th Annual Frost Film Festival. The festival runs Friday and Saturday, January 22 and 23, from 7 pm to 10 pm in the Sony Black Box Theatre, Room 9 in Robert Frost Auditorium, 4401 Elenda Street, Culver City 90230. General Admission each night is $10 and $8 [...]
Parenting Puzzes- Marni Parsons
Q. Our kids have issues with food. One will only eat this, the other will only eat that, and they get so stuck on one thing, they refuse to try anything new. How do I get some nutrition into my children without a major battle? A. There are two things you must never get into a battle over with your children, and that is their input and output. In other words, do not argue about food and [...]
Ridley-Thomas Endorses Malsin for Council
Los Angeles County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas, whose Second District includes Culver City, announced on Jan. 11 that he is supporting Councilmember Scott Malsin in his re-election bid. Ridley-Thomas has worked closely with Malsin and Culver City to address citizens’ concerns over plans by Plains Exploration & Production (PXP) to expand its oil drilling operations in Culver City and [...]
Farmer’s Table Recipes by Katie Malich
Farmer's Market Recipes Cauliflower soup (serves 4-6) 1 firm head fresh cauliflower. 1/4 c. onion, more or less to taste 1/4 - 1/2 c. fat-free sour cream approx. 3/4 c. milk slight dash/pinch curry powder (resulting flavor should be richer but not identifiable as curry) dash garlic powder 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 - 1/2 c. shredded mild white cheddar, optional salt to [...]
Fresh from the Farm by Katie Malich
What is white or green or purple or orange; full of vitamin C, dietary fiber and folate; and only 25 calories per 3.5 ounce serving? Don't let this rainbow of color stump you. The answer is cauliflower. Most of us are familiar with white heads of cauliflower. Did you know that different varieties of cauliflower can be orange, purple or green, too? Shopping at the Culver City Farmers [...]
Culver City Winter Wonderland Celebration by Miriam Estavanez
Let it snow! Let it snow! Let it snow! The Veterans Memorial Park was transformed last Saturday, Jan. 9, courtesy of the Culver City Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department. The Winter Wonderland was part of a dedication ceremony for the new playground that was built in Veterans Memorial Park on Dec. 3. The playground was built by volunteers from the Culver City Great Parks [...]
