John Leicester III, Engineer, Singer

January 20, 2011

John Ferard Leicester III, a resident in Pacific Palisades since 1961, died at home on Saturday, January 15. He was 87. Born in San Francisco in 1923, John graduated from Lowell High School and Stanford University, earning his bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and his master’s degree in the same subject. About to be drafted into the Army, John instead joined the Navy and became an aviator. John met Dorothy Dodge at Stanford, and they married on April 8, 1950. After leaving active duty in the Navy in 1951, John became a reserve and also worked briefly at North American Aviation before joining Litton Industries. He helped develop pioneering airplane guidance control systems and retired 40 years later in 1991. A musician, John was involved in the Southern California Early Music Society and sang in the Pacific Palisades Presbyterian Church choir for nearly 50 years. He served as president and sang bass for the Jouyssance Early Music Ensemble and was president of the Foundation of Neo-Renaissance. Active in the community, John was also treasurer of the Miramar Homeowners Association in Paseo Miramar. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Dorothy; children John Leicester IV of Susanville, David Leicester of Virginia; Lynn Fay of Thousand Oaks, Melissa Sivvent of West Hollywood, Eanswythe Grabowski of Agoura Hills and Heather Leicester of San Francisco; and five grandchildren. A quiet home service is planned at an undetermined time. Donations in John’s name can be made to Jouyssance Early Music Ensemble: 6559 Provence Road, San Gabriel, CA 91775.

Thursday, January 20 – Thursday, January 27

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January 20, 2011

THURSDAY, JANUARY 20

Storytime for children ages 3 and up, 4 p.m. at the Palisades Branch Library community room, 861 Alma Real. Dr. Fran Walfish discusses ‘The Self-Aware Parent,’ 7:30 p.m. at Village Books on Swarthmore. A healthy relationship based on mutual trust is every parent’s wish. The bond between infant and parent is a natural phenomenon, but as children reach their preteens and form their own personalities, fireworks between the child and parent can ensue. Drawing on 20 years of clinical experience and new theories on attachment, Dr. Walfish (a consultant to Parents magazine) argues that parents need to distinguish their own personality types in order to make more informed decisions about how they interact and raise their own children.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 21

This month’s free movie screening at the Palisades Branch Library features the 1999 film ‘October Sky’ with Laura Dern and Jake Gyllenhaal, 1 p.m. in the library’s community room, 861 Alma Real. Set in the 1950s, the film is about a young man whose life is changed when the first satellite, Sputnik, goes into orbit. A concert by the Chamber Orchestra at St. Matthew’s, with baritone Jose Adan Perez, 8 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Church. Admission at the door is $35 ($10 students). Information and tickets: www.MusicGuild.org or (310) 573-7422. Theatre Palisades presents ‘The Diviners,’ 8 p.m. at Pierson Playhouse, 941 Temescal Canyon Rd. The show runs Fridays and Saturdays at 8, Sundays at 2 p.m. through February 20. For tickets ($20-$16), call (310) 454-1970 or visit theatrepalisades.org. (See Danielle Gillespie’s review, page 10.)_

SATURDAY, JANUARY 22

Palisadian Robert Rosenstone will discuss his latest novel, ‘Red Star, Crescent Moon: A Muslim-Jewish Love Story,’ 2 p.m. in the Palisades Branch Library community room. The public is invited.

MONDAY, JANUARY 24

Pacific Palisades Civic League meeting, 7:30 p.m. in Tauxe Hall at the Methodist Church, 801 Via de la Paz. The public is invited. New business: 645 Haverford (new two-story residence).

TUESDAY, JANUARY 25

Palisadian Renee Agarwal offers tips on watercolor masking techniques for Palisades Art Association members and guests, 7 p.m. at the Woman’s Club, 901 Haverford. (See story, page 9.)

THURSDAY, JANUARY 27

Pacific Palisades Community Council meeting, 7 p.m. at the Palisades Branch Library community room, 861 Alma Real. The public is invited. Sandra Malamed discusses ‘Return to Judaism: Descendents from the Inquisition Discovering Their Jewish Roots,’ 7:30 p.m. at Village Books on Swarthmore. During the Inquisition in Spain and Portugal, many Jews were forcibly converted to the Catholic faith. During the 1990s, historian Sandra Malamed conducted a series of probing interviews with people of Spanish and Portuguese descent across the country and abroad, who considered themselves Christians or even non-believers, but who nonetheless practiced various Jewish traditions often without knowing where the traditions came from.

Art Is Not about Straight Lines

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January 20, 2011

Renee Agarwal in her element.
Photo by Rich Schmitt, *Staff Photographer*

When students approach artist/teacher Renee Agarwal, hopelessly self-conscious about their under-exercised artistic gene and lamenting they ‘can’t even draw a straight line,’ Agarwal just smiles. ‘What’s that have to do with art?’ she says, ‘Get a ruler!’ Agarwal has explored her own talent with a special interest in watercolor and enjoyes sharing her knowledge and encouragement to both adults and children who feel an impulse to explore color and shape. She will be offering a glimpse of her teaching method to members and guests of the Pacific Palisades Art Association on Tuesday, January 25 at 7 p.m. at the Woman’s Club, 901 Haverford. Specifically, Agarwal will show the audience three types of masking techniques used in watercolor painting to preserve the white of the paper: masking tape, masking fluid and wax resist, using wax or white crayon. ‘I love to teach both privately and in small groups,’ says Agarwal, who remembers being drawn to drawing and painting as a young girl. She grew up in Pacific Palisades, attending local public schools, and graduated from UCLA with a B.A. in fine arts. She attributes her love of teaching and modest success ( she has taught over 1,000 children in her career) to patience: ‘all those years teaching preschool,’ she concludes. Agarwal owned and directed Montessori Preschools in San Diego and Scotts Valley (Santa Cruz) for 32 years. She recently returned to her hometown to spend time and look after her father, Lewis Glenn, an architect who not only designed the family home on Haverford but built it by hand. In her own work, Agarwal enjoys painting children and animals, subjects which she has a lot of time to study and which she renders in an alive, energetic manner. She grew up with pets, domestic and wild. ‘I have had the pleasure of living with numerous pets, from hamsters to horses,’ she says. Having recently moved from Santa Cruz, Agarwal was invited to join the Aquarelle Group, a professional artists’ salon founded by her aunt in the 1980s. ‘We meet every two weeks at different people’s homes,’ she explains. ‘The day is equal parts eating and painting. We have breakfast, then work for a couple of hours, then lunch and then critique one another’s work. There are 12 in the group, which encompasses all ages. Our oldest member is 91. Art keeps you young.’ As with many creative people, Agarwal has pursued her interest in music and would probably be on stage had that been offered her. She belonged to a Balkan singing trio and played a frame drum with the Peninsula Scottish Fiddlers, while she lived in Santa Cruz. In fact, she owns a dozen frame drums and plays them all. She was even dragooned into teaching guitar, despite the fact she didn’t play. A parent of one of her students asked her to teach her child. Agarwal at first declined, pointing out that she didn’t play. No matter, she learned a few things, and being a natural musician, probably was too modest. In fact, she says that she did teach a number of children over a period of time. The secret of teaching is a knowledge of the subject, Agarwal says, but perhaps more important is knowing how to convey enthusiasm and energy to the student. She has embraced her return to the Palisades and is eager to resume her teaching and mentoring. She is also available for commissions of children and animals (www.portraits-by-renee.com).

Nicholas Podany Hits the Mark as Buddy in Jim Leonard’s ‘Diviners’

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January 20, 2011

Theater Review

Actors Nicholas Podany (foreground) and Brett Chapin give marvelous performances in “The Diviners,” now playing at Pierson Playhouse. Photo: Jerry Podany

Nicholas Podany, a 14-year-old freshman at Brentwood School, gives a dynamic performance as Buddy Layman, in ‘The Diviners,’ playing at Pierson Playhouse in Pacific Palisades through February 20. Set in a rural Indiana town named Zion during the Great Depression, Jim Leonard’s play follows the friendship that forms between Buddy and an out-of-towner, C.C. Showers (actor Brett Chapin), a disillusioned preacher. C.C. strives to help Buddy overcome his deep-seeded fears. Meanwhile, the community, which has been without a preacher for 10 years, turns to C.C. to restore the gospel, which results in a tragic turn of events. Podany has appeared in ’13, the Musical,’ ‘Oliver!’ and ‘Nicholas Nickleby.’ In this play, he compellingly portrays a mentally disabled boy who is terrified of water after his mother drowned while saving him. His body literally quivers whenever a bucket of bathing water is brought near him. He transforms from a playful boy chasing bugs and birds to grabbing his head and falling to the ground whenever it begins to rain. Playing C.C., Chapin gives an impressive performance, conveying his affection for Buddy. In one poignant scene, he tells Buddy, who wants to fly like a bird so that he can be reunited with his mother in heaven, that his loved ones would want him to stay on earth as their brother, son and friend. Actor Oh Ryne effectively portrays a loving father who doesn’t know how to cope with Buddy’s condition. Also notable is actress Pat Perkins who humorously plays the dubious neighbor (Luella Bennett). She questions everybody about everything with rolling eyes and disdainful looks. Actors Jordan Bland, James Giordano and Emma Hawley, as the town’s teenagers, also elicit laughter with their carousing and dancing. The sound and lighting effects at the end of the play create a sorrowful and dramatic ending. The show plays on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. The theater is located at 941 Temescal Canyon Road at Haverford Avenue. Information and reservations: (310) 454-1970. Tickets are available at the box office, Wednesdays-Saturdays, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Self-Realization Fellowship Elects Mrinalini Mata as New President

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January 20, 2011

Sri Mrinalini Mata, newly elected president of Self-Realization Fellowship/Yogoda Satsanga Society of India.

The Board of Directors of Self-Realization Fellowship, the nonprofit international society founded by Paramahansa Yogananda in 1920, has elected Sri Mrinalini Mata president of Self-Realization Fellowship/ Yogoda Satsanga Society of India. She succeeds Sri Daya Mata, one of Paramahansa Yogananda’s foremost disciples who, after 55 years of serving as the society’s president, passed away on November 30. Born Merna Brown in Wichita, Kansas in 1931, Mrinalini Mata was a close disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda and one of those chosen by him to help guide the Self-Realization Fellowship (SRF) work after his passing. She entered the SRF monastic community in 1946, at the age of 15. Mrinalini Mata most recently served as vice president of the society since 1966.’ She continues to also serve as editor-in-chief for the society’s publications.” In her new position, Mrinalini Mata is responsible for the overall guidance of the society’s monastic order; the operations of its more than 600 temples, including Lake Shrine in Pacific Palisades, meditation centers, and retreats around the world; its publications division; and the many spiritual and humanitarian activities and services the society implements each year. In reflecting on the purpose of SRF, she said, ‘We have to change ourselves because we have to change the world.’ It is not going to be possible for any human being to survive if man continues in his present trend’.Unless man becomes more spiritual.’ According to Mrinalini Mata, the way to begin to spiritualize one’s life is through Raja Yoga, the science of knowing God through its techniques of yoga meditation and principles of right living. Paramahansa Yogananda personally trained Mrinalini Mata to prepare his manuscripts and talks for publication after his passing, and to oversee their translation into other languages.’ Mrinalini Mata’whose name refers to the lotus flower, an ancient symbol of spiritual unfoldment’has made a number of visits to India to assist Sri Daya Mata in guiding the spiritual work of Sri Yogananda’s society there and has lectured on his teachings in principal cities of the subcontinent.’

Pali Slams Venice, Eyes Westchester

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January 20, 2011

Everett Osborne goes for a lay-up against Venice.
Photo by Rich Schmitt, *Staff Photographer*

Returning to action after a two-week layoff, the Palisades High boys basketball team had a careless start but then roared past the host Venice Gondoliers last Friday, 74-44. In the game’s first two minutes, the scrappy Gondoliers had five steals, converting four into baskets and taking a 9-6 lead. But then the taller, more athletic Dolphins began to gather their composure while building a comfortable 36-23 lead at halftime. PaliHi came out confident and focused in the third quarter, playing like a fast, aggressive machine that the Gondoliers couldn’t stop. After eight minutes, the Dolphins led 63-37. ’We played like we were underwater in the first half; we didn’t come ready to play,’ PaliHi head coach Jim Paleno told the Palisadian-Post on Friday. ‘We need to work on our consistency. We’ve lost eight games by a total of 26 points.’ Captain Adam Griffin, a 6’1′ senior who has several colleges showing interest, agreed. ‘We have the pieces to be good, it’s just a matter of playing consistently,’ said the’17-year-old, who traveled with an AAU team to China when he was 13. Griffin scored 16 points (second to Donovan Johnson’s 19) and had 10 rebounds, while Everett Osborne had 11. Senior Malcolm Greer, a 6’1′ guard who was also a football standout for PaliHi and is being recruited by several teams, was asked his prediction against Fairfax, the Dolphins’ opponent last night (after the Post went to press). ’I know it’s a big game,’ Greer said. ‘We’re a new team and we’re working on our chemistry. If we come out like we did in the second half, they won’t stop us.’ Palisades plays Hamilton on Friday at home before traveling on Monday to powerhouse Westchester. The Dolphins play at home next Wednesday against University and on Friday against L.A.C.E.S. ’It’s a matter of execution,’ Paleno said about his team. ‘They’re hard workers, good players and athletes with good height; it’s just a matter of playing with consistency.’ Game times are Fresh/Soph at 2:30, JV at 4 and Varsity at 5:30 p.m.

Cookie Monsters Win AYSO Area Tourney

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January 20, 2011

Two members of the Cookie Monsters, Augie Bridge and Campbell Collar, in action at Culver City Saturday.

Six AYSO Region 69 regular season playoff winners competed in the Area P championships last weekend at Culver City. Just one team emerged victorious, Craig Collar’s U10 boys squad’the Cookie Monsters’and they will advance to Section 1 playoffs in Riverside on February 26-27. The Monsters, who were 7-0-2 in regular season play, had squeaked past the Tomato United, 2-1, to advance to tournament play. In their first game on Saturday, the Pacific Palisades/Brentwood team easily dispatched Hollywood, 7-1. Nino Collias scored the first goal, followed by four goals from Wyatt Sarkisian, and goals by Zach Hausner and Campbell Collar. In the semi-finals against Beverly Hills, Sarkisian scored just five minutes into the game. ‘We had plenty of chances after that, including a great shot from Owen Higley that was an unlucky miss,’ Collar said. Beverly Hills countered with a break-away score and the game remained tied until the final three minutes. ‘It looked like we were headed for overtime,’ Collar said, ‘when Hausner suddenly crossed to Campbell Collar, who was at the far post, and smashed it home for the win, 2-1.’ Facing LA Central in the finals, the Cookie Monsters broke a tough scoreless tie early in the second half when Hausner’s free kick went to Collias in the penalty area and Collias smashed it into the net. With five minutes left to play, Hausner scored with an assist from Campbell Collar, sealing the 2-0 victory. Coach Collar credited midfielder Daniel Leonard (son of the town’s next honorary mayor, Sugar Ray Leonard) for skilled passing, which repeatedly set up scoring opportunities, and his defensive players Donald Watson, August Bridge and Maximo Speiser for allowing just two goals during the tournament. ’Josh Barad was outstanding in the goal,’ Collar said. ‘He was also a constant menace on offense with his tremendous speed.’ In Riverside, the Cookie Monsters will compete against teams from Section 1, which is comprised of 70 regions and 11 areas, representing more than 100,000 players.

PaliHi Girls Soccer Blanks Two Foes, Remains Undefeated

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January 20, 2011

The Palisades High girls soccer team continue to dominate the Western League last week, defeating Venice 5-0 on Wednesday and Fairfax 1-0 on Friday. In the Venice game, the ball acted like it was in a pinball machine as the Dolphins made shot after shot on goal, only to see it bounce back at them. But once the second half began, Pali recorded four quick goals on shots by Kathryn Gaskin, Nicole Savage, Katie van Daalen Wetters and Lily McGuire. Van Daalen Wetters scored the final goal, with McGuire’s assist. ’At halftime we talked about finishing,’ Palisades coach Tianna Oliver said. ‘I’m really proud how they stepped up to the challenge.’ Two days later, although play was similar, the Dolphins were held to just one goal by Fairfax. Oliver, who played Division I soccer at the University of Cincinnati and in 2002 helped her team reach the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16, reflected on the game. ’Fairfax was an aggressive team and I can’t wait until we meet them on our field. It was hard to be accurate, but the girls still got the job done. We got in their face and our defense made the plays, winning the ball back.’ Senior Meredith Kornfeind scored in the first minute on an assist from Gaskin. The remaining 79-minutes saw numerous but unsuccessful shots on goals by a strong PaliHi offense. Dolphin goalie Kiki Bailey saw little action. ‘I touched the ball twice and kicked it out once,’ said the senior, who started as an AYSO player, joined a club team and just finished with the Camarillo Eagles U18 gold team, which won its division. ‘My defense took care of it.’ The stout defense includes Brittany Allado, Tiffany Falk, Deborah Abber and Sarah Thorson. Arguably, Fairfax has one of the worst fields in the league, with the highest part of the field in the center, sloping to the sidelines, causing any ball played along the line to roll off the field. The field is a patch of holes, dirt and grass, making it difficult for a good passing team like the Dolphins to be accurate. Before Fairfax, PaliHi girls had averaged six goals a game in their previous four league matches. Much of the team started together as AYSO players and has continued to play together for the past 10 years, making them a formidable opponent. ’We don’t really have any opposition in our league, so that when we go to playoffs, we don’t do as well as we should,’ said parent James Bailey, who noted that the soccer team played in tournaments over the winter holiday in an effort to secure more competitive matches. The girls won the San Pedro Invitational tournament January 4 and 5, beating Cleveland in the finals, 2-0. They defeated Wilson in the first game 10-0, San Pedro 3-2 to advance to the semis and Bishop Montgomery 1-0 in the semis. The JV team, coached by PaliHi alumni Shanna Hudson, who played soccer for USC, beat Venice 10-0 and Fairfax 11-0 last week. Pali played University yesterday and will travel to Westchster Friday. Next Wednesday they host University at 7 p.m.

Revere Soccer Underway for Boys and Girls

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January 20, 2011

Paul Revere Middle School soccer teams opened their season on January 11 against Windward Middle School, the boys winning 3-0 and the girls losing 3-1. First-year boys coach Shane Vorster was pleased with his team’s victory. ‘They played really suburb,’ said Vorster, who came to the United States from South Africa in 1994 and is a mid-fielder for an amateur soccer team, the Playa Rovers. ‘Jose Trejo scored the first goal from 30 yards out,’ Vorster said. ‘He gave it a boot and it went in.’ Seventh-grader Jonathan Galvez scored the remaining two goals. Ashley Conte was the sole scorer for the Revere girls, who are coached by Edi Mujic, a former German semi-pro soccer player, who also coached at that level before moving to the United States in 1985. ‘I’m happy with the team. We had more pole position, but were not lucky finishing,’ said Mujic, who also works as a personal trainer and is involved with martial arts. ‘Some of the girls that I coached last year’Mackenzie Grey, Evelina Van Norden and Elizabeth Seeley’play for the JV team at Palisades [High School.’ ‘ Paul Revere, although not in a league, also plays Crossroads, Brentwood, New Roads and Culver City in upcoming weeks. More than 90 kids tried out for the 36 spots on two teams. ‘SUE PASCOE

CLASSIFIED ADS FOR THE WEEK OF JANUARY 13, 2011

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January 13, 2011

HOMES FOR SALE 1

HUNTINGTON HACIENDA. 6,500+ sq. ft. 6 bd, 8 bth, 1/2 acre, pool/spa, spt ct, large yard, custom fireplace, guest suite & more! $5,950,000. 612 Toyopa. By appt. only. (310) 500-1331

UNFURNISHED HOMES 2a

GUEST HOUSE. 3 rooms, garden setting, French doors, hardwood floors, laundry, very quiet. Available Dec. 1st. $2,100/mo. Utilities included, cat okay. (310) 454-8150

3 BDRM, 1 BA. $3,100/mo. 2 car parking, close to Village, schools, shops & beach. Pets OK. Appliances, washer/dryer, dishwasher & refrigerator. Min. 1 year lease. By appt. only. Eric, (310) 428-3364

* FULLY RENOVATED!!! 4 BD, 5.5 BA. * Built in 1927 by J. Paul Getty for his mistress. Original California tiles, great yard, patio, decks w/ all whitewater views. Whitewater ocean view from every room. Fully renovated to 4 bdrm, 1 billiard/recreation room, wine cellar, living & dining room, 3 door/car garage w/ loft. 3 story home w/ elevator. Big beams, romantic outdoor whitewater view spa, steam sauna, 3 indoor jacuzzi spa tubs, great storage & plenty of amenities. New lighting & closets. Live in a place of history & charm. $10,000/mo. 17809 Porto Marina Way, Pacific Palisades. (213) 494-0059

SPLIT LEVEL 3 bd, 3 ba, large studio. Nice canyon view, very clean, fireplace, new flooring, rugs, patio, garage, laundry room. Shown by appt. $4,800/mo. (661) 270-9231

UNFURNISHED APARTMENTS 2c

BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED 1 BDRM APARTMENT. Best ocean views in town. Stainless steel appliances, wood floors, fireplace, pool, laundry onsite & parking. Small pets ok. Please call (310) 227-9612. Equal housing opportunity.

NEUTRA BUILDING! ARCHITECTURAL WONDER. 2 bed + 2 bath on Sunset Blvd. Huge wood deck w/ jacuzzi white water ocean view, private yard, and garden facing the ocean water and dolphins @ 17050 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 for $3,300/mo. Spacious living room, wood floors, beautiful fireplace, high vaulted wood ceilings w/ gigantic window, building courtyard, outdoor fireplace. Kitchen: gas stove, dishwasher, and white tile countertops. Bedrms: wood floors, lots of closet/storage space. Bathrm: tile floors, granite countertop. 1 car garage parking w/ washer and dryer hookups. Vintage architect property built on Pacific Palisades Hills simulating a sinking ship into the ocean has 4 units on our newly remodeled 4 leveled building. For more information contact (213) 494-0059 or fidel@benleedsproperties.com or go to http://leeds.postlets.com

PET FRIENDLY! 1 BD IN PAC PAL! ‘ 1/2 block from Gelson’s & the Village. Parquet floors, ocean view, laundry room, quiet building, on site manager, swimming pool & parking space. Ready to move in! $1,745/mo. * Move in special with 3rd month free! * Call Michael at (310) 883-8049

LOVELY 2 BEDROOM 1st floor apartment in 5 unit building. Hardwood floors, new carpet & paint. Laundry on site. Carport parking. Large shared backyard patio. Short walk from Palisades Village & El Medio Bluffs overlooking ocean. $1,975/mo. (310) 435-5582 or kderby77@gmail.com

CONDOS, TOWNHOMES FOR RENT 2d

GEM IN THE PALISADES, Sunset & Almar. 2 bdrm, 2 1/2 ba townhouse. Hardwood, tile, carpet, w/d, dishwasher, roof deck, parking. $3,350/mo. (310) 395-1073

OCEAN VIEW GEM! STEPS TO BEACH. (1+1) Romantic CUSTOM ocean vu. Blonde wd floors, balcony, 2 pools, tennis, 24 hr. sec. Sunset & PCH. $2,550/mo. (includes util.) Owner MIKKI, (509) 263-5873, Pacific Palisades’This won’t last!

ROOMS FOR RENT 3

PALISADES HOME PRIVATE BEDROOM & BATHROOM, PRIVATE ENTRANCE, YARD, PEACEFUL, GREAT LOCATION, KITCHEN, UTILITIES, MAID, INTERNET, CABLE, W/D. WILL CONSIDER SHARING ENTIRE HOUSE. NO PETS. (310) 709-7383, COQUISROCKS@GMAIL.COM

WANTED TO RENT 3b

MATURE WOMAN NEEDS ROOM to rent. Non-smoker, local Palisadian. Quiet & lovely. Call Patty, (310) 454-7907

OFFICE/STORE RENTALS 3c

OFFICE SUITE in the Atrium Building on Via de la Paz. 2 offices, reception area and restroom. Attractive space approx. 900 sq. ft. One year plus sub-lease. Rent negotiable. Great space. (310) 459-5353

OFFICE FOR LEASE. Professional building in Pacific Palisades Village for lease. Lovely and spacious suite available. Reasonable rent price. Excellent tenant improvements. 850 square feet. Please call Tracy Rasmussen at (310) 459-8700 for more details.

SMALL OFFICE FOR RENT ON SUNSET. 2nd floor, quiet, furnished or unfurnished. $325/mo. (310) 422-6684 or (310) 459-3493

VACATION RENTALS 3e

WEEKENDS ONLY GETAWAY. Stunning 2 bd, Malibu Road on sand w/ 60 ft. balcony. Fully furnished w/ large flat tv/internet. We only use home M-F. Looking to package 10 to 40 weekends including summer peak season beginning Friday afternoon ending Sunday evening. Call (310) 456-2813 for details.

BOOKKEEPING/ACCOUNTING 7b

ACCOUNTANT/CONTROLLER. Quickbooks/Quicken setup. Outsource the hassle’all bookkeeping needs including tax prep for home or office. Get organized now! (310) 562-0635

NEED HELP WITH FINANCIAL MATTERS? Financial mgmt, bookkeeping, reconciling, bill paying, etc. Caring & confidential. (310) 459-2066 or (310) 218-6653

COMPUTER SERVICES 7c

MARIE’S MAC & PC OUTCALL. I CAN HELP YOU IN YOUR HOME OR OFFICE WITH: ‘ Consultation on best hard/software for your needs ‘ Setting up & configuring your system & applications ‘ Teaching you how to use your Mac or PC ‘ Upgrades: Mac OS & Windows ‘ Internet: DSL, Wireless, E-mail, Remote Access ‘ Key Applications: MS Office, Filemaker, Quicken ‘ Contact Managers, Networking, File Sharing, Data backup ‘ Palm, Visor, Digital Camera, Scanner, CD Burning. FRIENDLY & PROFESSIONAL ‘ BEST RATES. (310) 262-5652

YOUR OWN TECH GURU * EXPERT SET-UP, OPTIMIZATION, REPAIR. Problem-Free Computing Since 1992. Work Smarter, Faster, More Reliably. If I Can’t Help, NO CHARGE! ALAN PERLA, (310) 455-2000

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USER FRIENDLY’MAC CONSULTANT. User friendly. Certified Apple help desk technician and proud member of the Apple consultant network. An easy approach to understanding all of your computer needs. Offering computer support in wide variety of repairs, set-ups, installs, troubleshooting, upgrades, networking, and tutoring in the application of choice. Computer consulting at fair rates. Ryan Ross: (310) 721-2827. email: ryanaross@mac.com ‘ For a full list of services visit: http://userfriendlyrr.com/

EXPERT COMPUTER HELP ‘ On-site service’no travel charge ‘ Help design, buy and install your system ‘ One-on-one training, hard & software ‘ Troubleshooting, Mac & Windows, organizing ‘ Installations & upgrades ‘ Wireless networking ‘ Digital phones, photo, music ‘ Internet ‘ Serving the Palisades, Santa Monica & Brentwood. DEVIN FRANK, (310) 499-7000

GARAGE, ESTATE SALE SERVICES 7f

PLANNING A GARAGE SALE? an estate sale? a moving sale? a yard sale? Call it what you like. But call us to do it for you. We do the work. Start to finish. ‘ BARBARA DAWSON ‘ Estate/Garage Sale Specialist ‘ (310) 454-0359 ‘ barbdawson@roadrunner.com ‘ www.bmdawson.com ‘ Furniture ‘ Antiques ‘ Collectibles ‘ Junque ‘ Reliable professionals ‘ Local References

ORGANIZING SERVICES 7h

PERSONAL ASSISTANT/ORGANIZER. Outgoing & cheerful individual available for office or home organization. Office skills, errands, event & travel planning. 3 hour min. Reasonable rates. Pam, (310) 733-8433

HOUSEKEEPERS 9a

PROFESSIONAL MAID SERVICES. In Malibu! We make your home our business. Star sparkling cleaning services. In the community over 15 years. The best in housekeeping for the best price. Good references. Licensed. Call Bertha, (323) 754-6873 & cell (213) 393-1419. professionalmaidinmalibu@google.com

SISTERS HOUSECLEANING. Would you like your home and business so clean they shine? Call us, we have good references. Serving the community for over 20 years. We offer final cleaning. For free estimate, call Flora at (310) 720-7751. Bond #6743361. www.sistershousecleaning.com, cleaning411@gmail.com

MIRIAM’S HOUSEKEEPING. Available Monday through Friday. Has own car & CA DL. Local references. 14 years experience. Tel: (213) 746-4216 or cell: (310) 346-0360

HOUSEKEEPER, 11 years experience. Good local references, good with children & pets. Speaks English & Spanish. Call anytime. (310) 313-5158, (310) 703-7642 or (310) 804-3248. Ask for Irma or Sylvia.

LOOKING FOR A HOUSEKEEPING JOB, Monday through Friday. Experienced, good references, own transportation. Please call Sonia, (213) 381-6732

HOUSE CLEANING SERVICE, House or condo. All services available Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays. Live out. References available. Call Veronica, (213) 422-3770 or (213) 413-3180

HOUSECLEANING: Confidential, honest, reliable & speaks English. I have experience, references & my own transportation. Feel free to call Mariana at (310) 435-2510

HOUSEKEEPER WITH EXPERIENCE ‘ I’ll dust and shine your furniture, vacuum, scrub, mop. Call me, you won’t be sorry. Cindy, (818) 547-4878 or (818) 746-5481

EUROPEAN CLEANING SERVICE. Reliable, local references. Experienced. Own supplies. Call today. (818) 324-9154

HOUSECLEANING. Alicia, available Saturdays. Cleaning supplies furnished. Call (310) 367-3214

EXCELLENT HOUSEKEEPER. Available Mon-Sat. Good refs. Own transportation. CDL. Over 19 yrs exper in Malibu & Palisades. Speaks English. Call Yolanda, (h) (323) 731-6114, (c) (323) 580-2859

ELDER CARE/COMPANIONS 10a

PRIVATE CAREGIVER ‘ Available day & night. Experienced, excellent references, mature, CPR & first aid certified, fluent English, own transportation. Please leave a message at (310) 745-7021

GARDENING/LANDSCAPING 11

PALISADES GARDENING ‘ Full Gardening Service ‘ Sprinkler Install ‘ Tree Trim ‘ Sodding ‘ Sprays, non-toxic ‘ FREE AZALEA PLANT ‘ Cell,(310) 701-1613, (310) 568-0989

HEALING ARTS 12

EMPOWER, HEAL, RECLAIM YOUR LIFE. Are you going through a life transition, stressed, feeling stuck? Call Stephanie, a therapeutic breath practitioner at (310) 459-6128 to improve your sense of well being.

POOL & SPA SERVICES 13e

PALISADES POOL SUPPLY. SWIMMING POOL SERVICE & REPAIR. 15415 Sunset Blvd., P.P. 90272 (310) 459-4357. www.PalisadesPool.com

STEREO, TV, VCR SERVICES 13g

1 REMOTE CONTROL THAT WORKS! Is your entertainment system not entertaining you? We can tune up your system, bring it up to date, hide wires, mount TVs, install speakers, etc. We can even reprogram or replace your remote control so it is easy to use. Call us, we can help! Lic. #515929. Stanford Connect, (310) 829-0872

WINDOW WASHING 13h

THE WINDOWS OF OZ. Detailed interior/exterior glass & screen cleaning. High ladder work. Solar panels/power washing also avail. Owner operated. Lic., bonded & insured. Free estimates. (310) 926-7626

MR. CRYSTAL WINDOW CLEANING. Please call Gary: (310) 828-1218 Free estimate, friendly service, discounts. Licensed & Insured.

HOUSESITTING 14b

HOUSESITTING/PETSITTING ‘ Available for short or long term. Sharp, reliable, recently retired professional. References. Susi, (310) 454-1457, susi824@aol.com

PERSONAL SERVICES 14f

HOUSEMAN/DRIVER. Light cooking, maintenance, to and from appointments. Full time or part time available. Salary negotiable. Excellent references. Call John Mueller, (310) 709-9143

PET SERVICES/PET SITTING 14g

PRIVATE DOG WALKER/housesitter, Palisades & Santa Monica. S.M. Canyon resident. Please call or email Sherry, (310) 383-7852, www.palisadesdogwalker.com

CLUB HAPPY DOG Excursions * Enroll your dog now for Snow Day Field Trips. Start your puppy at 4 mos. clubhappydog.com ‘ (310) 359-3433

MISCELLANEOUS 14k

FINE ART INSTALLATION. Confused about where or how to hang your art collectibles? Rick Strauss has been installing fine art for years in homes and offices throughout the Westside. Reasonable rates. (310) 459-8212

FITNESS INSTRUCTION 15a

CHAIR YOGA for all ages and abilities. Want to do Yoga but don’t want to get on the floor? Try Chair Yoga! Private sessions with Susan, certified in Yoga Works and Lakshmi Voelker Chair Yoga. (310) 454-4575

SCHOOLS, INSTRUCTION 15d

PIANO INSTRUCTION. Give the life-long gift of music! Very patient, creative teacher. Music degree, USC. Qualified, experienced, local. Lisa Donovan Lukas, (310) 454-0859. www.palisadesmusicstudio.com

TUTORS 15e

INDIVIDUALIZED INSTRUCTION. Children & adults. 20+ years teaching/tutoring exper. MATH, GRAMMAR, ESSAY WRITING & STUDY SKILLS. Formerly Sp. Ed. teacher. Call Gail, (310) 313-2530

MS. SCIENCE TUTOR. Ph.D., Experienced, Palisades resident. Tutor All Ages In Your Home. Marie, (310) 888-7145

PROFESSIONAL TUTOR. Stanford graduate (BA and MA, Class of 2000). Available for all subjects and test prep (SAT & ISEE). In-home tutoring at great rates. Call Jonathan, (310) 560-9134

MATH & CREATIVE WRITING SKILLS: COLLEGE ESSAYS, SAT/SAT II/ACT/ISEE/HSPT MATH PREP. All math subjects thru calculus. Jr. high thru college level writing skills. Fun, caring, creative, individualized tutoring. Local office in Palisades Village. Call Jamie, (888) 459-6430

EXPERIENCED SPANISH TUTOR ‘ All grade levels ‘ Grammar ‘ Conversational ‘ SAT/AP ‘ Children, adults ‘ Great references. Noelle, (310) 273-3593, (310) 980-6071

SCIENCE & MATH TUTOR. All levels (elementary to college). Ph.D., MIT graduate, 30 years experience. Ed Kanegsberg, (310) 459-3614

GROZA LEARNING CENTER. Tutoring K-12, all subjects & reading. SAT, ISEE, HSPT, ACT, ERB, STAR. Caring, meticulous service. GrozaLearningCenter.com ‘ (310) 454-3731

EDUCATIONAL THERAPY. All ages and abilities. Academic, Cognitive and Behavioral Support. Palisades Tutoring & ET Services’Local 10+ years. Arlana J. Morley, MS. (310) 459-4125, (310) 738-5099

READING & WRITING TUTOR. Credentials in general ed. & special ed. 30 years of teaching / tutoring experience. Offering individual / small group sessions. Elaine, (310) 454-6070

MODERN GREEK TUTOR WANTED. Wanted: Modern Greek tutor in the Palisades. Have survival skills, but want to become fluent. Also looking for speakers to practice w/ at any level. (310) 428-7589

MATH, CHEMISTRY, PHYSICS TUTOR * All math through AP calculus, AP chemistry and AP physics. Ask about homework club!!! www.clc90272.com or (310) 459-3239

PRACTICAL FRENCH TUTORING. Make learning or improving French a dynamic and fun experience. Tutors all levels in the comfort of your home. Free level assessment. Call Francois @ (310) 804-1650

MUSIC LESSONS & INSTRUCTION 15h

GIVE THE GIFT OF MUSIC! 5-10 lesson package for someone you love. Guitar instructor. From hard rock to blues, funk. Any age or level, music theory & ear training. BA Music degree, great with kids & adults. excellent local references. Danny Day, (310) 745-2792, (310) 454-6962

SAXOPHONE/FLUTE/JAZZ IMPROVISATION. Individual Lessons. All Ages/Levels Welcome. Call: (310) 283-9975

CONCRETE, MASONRY, POOLS 16c

MASONRY, CONCRETE & POOL CONTRACTOR. 40 YEARS IN PACIFIC PALISADES. New Construction & Remodels. Hardscapes, landscapes, custom stone, stamped concrete, brick, driveways, retaining walls, BBQs, outdr kitchens, fireplaces, foundations, drainage, pool & spas, water features. Exlnt local refs. Lic #309844. Bonded, ins, work comp. MIKE HORUSICKY CONSTRUCTION, INC. (310) 454-4385 ‘ WWW.HORUSICKY.COM

CONSTRUCTION 16d

SEME TILE. License #920238, insured. All phases of tile work. Kitchens, bathrooms, walkways, etc. No job too small! Call Steve, (310) 663-7256. FREE estimates! Email: semetile@gmail.com & website: www.semetile.com

ALAN PINE, GENERAL CONTRACTOR ‘ New homes ‘ Remodeling ‘ Additions ‘ Kitchen & bath ‘ Planning/architectural services ‘ Insured ‘ Local refs. Lic. #469435. (800) 800-0744 or (818) 203-8881

PALISADES CONST. SERVICES. All phase construction and remodeling. All interior and exterior construction. Additions, concrete, tile, wood work (all), brick, patios, bathrooms, fences, bedrooms, permits. We have built (2) new 2,500 sq. ft. Palisades homes in the last 3 yrs. Please contact us to schedule your FREE CONSULTATION and FREE ESTIMATE. ALL JOBS WELCOME! Please call Kevin, Brian Nunneley, (310) 488-1153. Lic. #375858 (All Palisades referrals available)

ELECTRICAL 16h

PALISADES ELECTRIC. ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR. All phases of electrical, new construction to service work. (310) 454-6994. Lic. #468437 Insured Professional Service

LICHWA ELECTRIC. Remodeling, rewiring, troubleshooting. Lighting: low voltage, energy safe, indoor, outdoor, landscape. Low voltage: telephone, Internet, CCTV, home theatre, audio/video. Non-lic. Refs. LichwaElectric@gmail.com, (310) 270-8596

FENCES, DECKS 16j

THE FENCE MAN ‘ 18 years quality work ‘ Wood fences ‘ Decks ‘ Gates ‘ Chainlink & patio ‘ Wrought iron ‘ Lic. #663238, bonded. (818) 706-1996

FLOOR CARE 16m

GREG GARBER’S HARDWOOD FLOORS SINCE 1979. Install, refinish. Fully insured. Local references (310) 230-4597 Lic. #455608

CENTURY HARDWOOD FLOOR. Refinishing, Installation, Repairs. Lic. #813778. www.centurycustomhardwoodfloorinc.com ‘ centuryfloor@sbcglobal.net ‘ (800) 608-6007 ‘ (310) 276-6407

JEFF HRONEK, 40 YRS. RESIDENT. HARDWOOD FLOORS INC. ‘ Sanding & Refinishing ‘ Installations ‘ Pre-finished ‘ Unfinished ‘ Lic. #608606. Bonded, Insured, Workers Comp. www.hronekhardwoodfloors.com (310) 475-1414

K&Z HARDWOOD FLOOR EXPERTS. Refinishing, installation, recoat, water & fire restoration. Free est. Lic. #804641. (800) 500-1146, (818) 905-0428

HANDYMAN 16o

HANDYMAN ‘ HOOSHMAN ‘ Most known name in the Palisades. Since 1975. Member Chamber of Commerce. Non-Lic., but experience will do it. Call for your free est. Local refs available. Hooshman, (310) 459-8009, cell (310) 433-4720, 24 hr.

LABOR OF LOVE carpentry, plumbing, tile, plaster, doors, windows, fencing & those special challenges. Work guaranteed. License #B767950. Ken at (310) 487-6464

LOCAL RESIDENT, LOCAL CLIENTELE. Make a list, call me. I specialize in repairing, replacing all those little nuisances. Not licensed; fully insured; always on time. 1 Call, 1 Guy: Marty, (310) 459-2692

DJ PRO SERVICES ‘ Carpentry, Handyman, Repairs. ALL PROJECTS CONSIDERED. See my work at: www.djproservices.com. Non-lic. (c) (310) 907-6169, (h) (310) 454-4121

PALI HANDYMAN & CONST. SERVICES. LOW COST HOME IMPROVEMENT. All jobs welcome such as all painting exterior-interior-walls-moldings etc., un-sticking of doors & windows, concrete, tile, brick/block, carpentry, woodwork, patios, decks, all fencing, gates, doors, cabinetry, drywall repair, roofing, additions, flooring, bathrooms, kitchens, water damage, electrical, plumbing, pressure washing, picture hanging, lighting, stucco, repair, sanding, clean up and trash removal and all other projects or fix it problems needed. Call now for a FREE ESTIMATE! Kevin, Brian Nunneley, (310) 488-1153 (always working in Palisades). Lic. #375858, bonded and insured. 24 hr/7 days service available also!

HANDYMAN. Skilled labor/Jack-of-all-trades. $30/hr. or will bid job. Non-lic. Bill Clark, (310) 435-9754

HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 16p

SANTA MONICA HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING. INSTALLATION: New and old service and repairs. Lic. #324942 (310) 393-5686

PAINTING, PAPERHANGING 16r

PAUL HORST ‘ Interior & Exterior ‘ PAINTING ‘ 56 YEARS OF SERVICE. Our reputation is your safeguard. License No. 186825 ‘ (310) 454-4630 ‘ Bonded & Insured

TILO MARTIN PAINTING. For A Professional Job Call (310) 230-0202. Refs. Lic. #715099

J W C PAINTING. Residential & commercial. Years of experience. Affordable & reliable. Local references. Lic. #914882. Free estimates. jwcpnc@yahoo.com. Call Jason Childs (Charlie), (310) 428-4432

ALL SEASONS PAINTING. ‘Start the year off with a fresh coat of paint!’ Winter painting specials include: ‘ Kitchen Cabinet Refinishing ‘ Garage Doors ‘ Fences ‘ Deck Staining ‘ Stucco/Drywall Repair ‘ Interior/Exterior Color Specialist ‘ Excellent references! ‘ Great rates! ‘ FREE ESTIMATES! ‘ Over 30 years experience in Palisades area ‘ All work guaranteed! ‘ Licensed & bonded. Lic. #105761. Randy, (310) 678-7913

REMODELING 16v

KANAN CONSTRUCTION ‘ References. BONDED ‘ INSURED ‘ St. Lic. #554451 ‘ DANIEL J. KANAN, CONTRACTOR, (310) 451-3540 / (800) 585-4-DAN

COMPLETE CUSTOM CONSTRUCTION ‘ Kitchen+bath ‘ Additions ‘ Tile, carpentry, plumbing ‘ Quality work at reasonable rates guaranteed. Large & small projects welcomed. Lic. #751137. Call Michael Hoff Construction, (310) 774-9159

HELP WANTED 17

THE YOGURT SHOPPE is seeking full & part time help and a full time Store Manager. Please send resume to clive@aplacetomix.com. (310) 459-0088. We are ‘the place to mix’ in Pac. Pal.’Come join our family!

SPORTS EDITOR. Westside weekly seeks F/T Sports Editor, responsible for writing, editing & layout. Photo skills desirable, car essential. Salary + benefits. Resume to editor@palipost.com or fax: (310) 454-1078

P/T DOG HIKER/SOCIAL DIRECTOR. Dog lovers only join our growing team: clubhappydog.com. Email interest with credentials, no phone calls. (310) 359-3433

AUTOS 18b

1964 PLYMOUTH VALIANT ‘ Slant 6 Offenhauser motor. Replaced brakes, starter and radiator. Interior needs work. $1,999 OBO. Call Phil at (310) 254-0783

FURNITURE 18c

BEAUTIFUL George Steck classic baby grand piano. Black. Excellent condition. Tuning maintained. Selling under value at $2,500. Phone (310) 454-0134 or (310) 415-6577. Pacific Palisades.

GARAGE, ESTATE SALES 18d

ESTATE SALE * St. John’s Collection, silver, decorative lamps, Viking sewing machine, prof. iron, large planters, wall decor, candelabras, china cabinets, china, candles. (310) 487-6840

PETS, LIVESTOCK 18e

BLACK & WHITE BIEWER YORKIES ‘ 14 wk old puppies. 1 male, 2 females. AKC. Photos avail online. Emmy, (310) 454-6891, emybeeme@yahoo.com

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