Tai Chi Offered at Park

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September 11, 2008

Matt Rand (far right) leads a tai chi class in the “old” gym at the Palisades Recreation Center.
Photo by Sue Pascoe, *Staff Writer*

During the opening ceremonies at the Beijing Olympics, 2008 individuals performed tai chi in perfect unison. Throughout China every day, more than 10 million people practice some type of tai chi, a system of calisthenics involving sequences of slow, controlled movements based on martial arts. Last Friday, at an ongoing tai chi class in the ‘old’ gym at the Palisades Recreation Center, participants began the movements without instructor Matt Rand, who was delayed by traffic for the 10 a.m. class. ‘He said we’re supposed to practice on our own,’ said Joan Graves, who stopped tai chi several years ago after her instructor moved away, but has started again with Rand. Said Chris Van Scoyk, who has been practicing for two years: ‘Tai chi is supposed to help with balance and memory. It took me over a year to learn one section.’ The memory aspect is instantly obvious as exercisers must remember 37 distinct movements and blend them into one another in a seamless fashion. The 12 people in the weekly class had already gone through one section of the slow set (there are two different sets’slow and fast) when Rand arrived. He then led the class through various moves, occasionally showing a participant how a posture should be held. When practiced regularly, tai chi’s slow moving, weight-shifting movements and soothing circular stretches exercise every part of the body without exertion, says Rand, who began practicing tai chi 14 years ago. He has taught for the Department of Recreation and Parks in Pacific Palisades the past four years, and also teaches for L.A. Unified Adult schools and at Stoner Park. ‘I really try to make the class ongoing, so anyone can sign up at any time,’ Rand said. For beginners in the class, he teaches movement by movement. ‘If people are having a good time, having fun, then they keep coming.’ Senior citizen Jack Garrett started classes a few months ago. ‘It is interesting, something to look forward to, and good exercise,’ he said. ‘I first saw it 20 years ago in Beijing in the public parks.’ Van Scoyk added, ‘I did tai chi going on a boat down the Yangtze.’ Tai chi has been described as meditation in motion. The quiet during last Friday’s class was noticeable and refreshing, as participants concentrated on remembering and moving with a smooth flow. Holding movements and positioning them is not as easy as it looks. The next three-month session starts October 3 and the cost is $120. Sign up at the park.

Nutrition Expert Shares Her Weight-Loss Strategy

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September 11, 2008

Certified nutritionist Karen Cohen helps Los Angeles mother Reyna Zack, holding baby Nili Zack, with a post-partum weight-loss plan. Cohen works out of Oasis Palisades in Marquez.
Photo by Rich Schmitt, *Staff Photographer*

Certified nutritionist Karen Cohen pulled out a photograph of herself as a chubby little girl with wispy curls. ‘People never believe me,’ the slender Cohen says, ‘but I used to be overweight.’ Cohen, 62, weighed 165 pounds when she was 12 years old. ‘I have had weight problems my whole life. I understand how difficult it is to lose weight and keep it off,’ says Cohen, who works with clients at Oasis Palisades, a health and wellness center at 16074 Bollinger Dr. in Pacific Palisades that also offers acupuncture and massage. As a child, a physician gave her diet pills causing her to lose 10 pounds in a summer, but she simply gained weight again. As a teenager, she recorded her calories and daily exercise. By doing so, she lost weight and kept it off. Cohen helps people change their lifestyle by teaching them about calories, serving sizes, healthy foods and more. She works with clients who have conditions such as cancer, diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, eating disorders, food allergies or digestive disorders. Cohen also helps pregnant women, new mothers and menopausal women develop an appropriate diet plan. ‘I’m a lifestyle coach,’ Cohen says. ‘The educator, the motivator, the supporter.’ Cohen meets with clients at the grocery store to help them analyze labels, or she comes to their homes to examine the contents of their cupboards and refrigerator. She suggests nutrition shakes, vitamins and supplements. ‘I work with individuals,’ she says. ‘I do everything custom to the person.’ Cohen, who has two grown children, Jill Lasky and Tracy Shabsis, and three grandchildren, decided to become a nutritionist after suffering from cancer for a third time. ‘I wanted to move into a career that was closer to my heart,’ she says. She had previously worked for Bank of America for 15 years, climbing the company’s ladder. She was manager of Bank of America in Pacific Palisades from 1991 to 1993 and her last position was in human resources for the Southern California region. In 2000, she was diagnosed with breast cancer for a second time. She had breast cancer before in 1989 and uterine cancer in 1982. During treatment for her second breast cancer, she was prescribed medicine that caused her to gain weight, so she met with a nutritionist who simply handed her a list of items to eat. ‘I lacked the education to know why I had to eat these foods,’ she says. ‘I wanted to know why in order to make a lifestyle change.’ Cohen decided then that she wanted to help people understand how certain foods affect their health. ‘I educate and support everyone whom I work with.’ After enrolling in American Health Science University based in Aurora, Colorado, Cohen earned her degree in nutrition science in 2004. She trained with the American Heart Association, where she developed a nutritional program for children to address the increasing number of obese children nationwide. ‘Because of my own experience, I took this project on with great enthusiasm,’ Cohen says. ‘Growing up can be difficult in its own right, but when you add ridicule and rejection, childhood can be a nightmare. I believe that if we reach our children early on, we can help them develop behaviors that will protect them from cardiovascular diseases and other long-term physical and emotional threats to their health.’ Cohen also completed FirstLine Therapy Certification through the Metagenics Education Program and is an active member of the National Association of Nutrition Professionals. When Cohen meets with clients for the first time, she does a digital body analysis, which measures lean muscle, cell health, hydration level, body fat and the number of calories her clients burn at rest. From that information, she can figure out the appropriate calorie intake based on their body composition and physical activity level. She also inquires about medical history and goals before developing a customized diet and exercise plan. For those interested in losing weight, Cohen doesn’t suggest a ‘fad diet’ or cutting out certain foods to drop pounds quickly. A safe weight-loss plan is one to two pounds a week. New mothers who are breastfeeding should lose weight at a slower rate because they are providing nutrients for their baby. ‘People should be eating all the food groups (protein, fat and complex carbohydrates) to get the nutrients they need,’ Cohen says. ‘Study after study has shown that people who eat from all the food groups lose their weight and keep it off. Cutting back too many calories may lead to overeating once a goal is met.’ Cohen asks her clients to journal, so they can be honest about the foods they eat. ‘I always say fudging is worse than having a piece of fudge,’ she says, chuckling. She loves to hear that her clients experience an improvement in their health. ‘When people actually make a change, they start feeling better about themselves in every aspect of their lives. The most successful people are 100 percent committed,’ Cohen says. To make an appointment, e-mail learn2eatright@yahoo.com or call (310) 444-9755.

Pali Teams Open Seasons

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The Palisades High girls’ tennis and volleyball teams began their respective seasons as City champions. Whether either holds that title in November remains to be seen, but both look to make a statement early. The tennis team, under the leadership of new head coach Sean Passan, traveled north on Pacific Coast Highway to begin its campaign against Malibu on Tuesday in the first round of the Bay Area Classic (result unavailable at press time). “I’m still tinkering with the lineup,” Passan admitted. “I’ll probably change it around depending on who we’re playing.” Palisades returns home Friday, where it will host Marymount in an intersectional match at the Palisades Tennis Center. The Dolphins then head for Manhattan Beach to take on Mira Costa next Monday in the second round of the Bay Area Classic. Meanwhile, the volleyball team, led by 2007 City Coach of the Year Chris Forrest, played Carson in a scrimmage Tuesday and head for Gahr High in Cerritos on Friday and Saturday for the first two rounds of the Gahr tournament. The tournament continues next Monday and Wednesday. “It’s always hard to defend your championship but my outlook is very positive,” Forrest said. “I like what I’ve seen in practice and I think this team will be very good.” The girls golf team began its season Wednesday, taking on LACES, Venice and Narbonne in a 1A League match at Penmar Golf Course.

Festas Make Marks in France

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Rich Festa (left) keeps a watchful eye on his son Tony and Greg Dair at the European Championships off the coast of St. Malo, France.

Palisadian Tony Festa is quick to point out he doesn’t speak French. When it comes to competitive sailing, however, he is fluent in winning and knows the “language of the sea.” That was proven last month when he competed against many of the world’s top sailors. Festa and his crew, consisting of his 14-year-old son Tony and his friend, 16-year-old Greg Dair from the California Yacht Club, were invited to race in St. Malo, France, for the European Championship by Phileas, manufacturer of the Open 570 boat that they race. Phileas helped the American trio, which won the Pacific Coast championship of the USA Open 570 fleet, get a boat to race in the mid-August event and off they went. “After spending a couple of days sightseeing in Paris we rented a car and drove 400 kilometers to St. Malo, where the race took place,” Rich recalled. “On the fourth day we rigged the boat and went out for a practice sail. Thank God we did a test sail because the boat had some major rigging issues which we fixed back at the dock.” St. Malo, a small town rebuilt after the bombings in World War II, is located about 100 kilometers south of Normandy Beach on the west coast of France. Finally, on the fifth day of the trip, Team Festa got to do what it had come to do. The first buoy race started in a calm 8-knot breeze and the first boats around the mark took advantage of the better wind. That group included the Festas, who by day’s end found themselves tied for fifth place out of 28 boats in the international field. “In the first race we got a good, clear start and decided to stay on the right side of the course, which turned out to be the favored side,” Rich recalled. “The wind got light on the downwind leg and we made some good tactical decisions and finished fifth, just a half of a boat length behind the winner. “In the second race of the day, we got a fantastic start and tacked to port immediately where we found plenty of room to maneuver which allowed us to sail fast and beat all but one boat to the windward mark,” Rich continued. “Unfortunately, the current at the mark was extremely strong and we had to make many uncalled for tacks to avoid hitting the mark. The local boats, meanwhile, sailed high and wide of the mark, playing the current perfectly as they passed us. We caught the fleet on the downwind leg and finished a respectable 10th.” The second day of competition was a painful one for Rich and a frustrating one on the waves. The first of four races was going according to plan until a mishap occurred after rounding the first mark. “Tony and Greg set the spinnaker and I jibed immediately only to get hit in the nose accidentally by Greg’s elbow while he was pulling in the spinnaker sheets in the 20-knot winds,” Rich recalled. “With a broken nose and stars spinning around my head I tried to hold it together, but 15 boats passed us.” Team Festa found itself poorly positioned in the second race and finished towards the rear of the fleet. In races 3 and 4 the trio was mid-fleet or better, but too many spots had been lost in the first two races. On the final day of racing, the language barrier proved to be the biggest obstacle for Team Festa. Unbeknownst to Rich, the race committee decided to push up the starting time of the first race because of 30-foot tides. “We realized that the race was starting sooner than we expected and I was quite upset since we were only about three minutes from the starting line,” Rich said. “Tony and Greg calmed me down as we sucked it up and raced, but of course we finished last.” In the eighth and final race, not knowing the lingo once again proved costly for America’s team. “This was a long distance race, not a buoy race, and we had no idea where we were going since the directions were in French,” Rich explained. “We followed the fleet and finished 12th, not bad considering we had no idea where the marks were or where the finish line was!” Two more days of sightseeing followed before Rich and his young crewmates headed back to California. Tony and Greg were the youngest participants in the race. “The French were very friendly and watching their reaction when they saw the USA sail number on our boat was quite amusing,” said Rich, who has vowed to learn French before next year’s race. “That way I can make it to the starting line on time!” (Editor’s note: Rich Festa has been a State Farm agent in the Palisades for over 23 years and is married to former Miss Palisades and lifelong resident Jeanne Elfant Festa.)

Dolphins Lay It All on the Line

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September 10, 2008

Tanqueray Towns, Chris Chukwuocha, Bryce Williams and Joe Brandon surround quarterback Conner Preston.
Photo by Rich Schmitt, *Staff Photographer*

Change is in the air at Stadium by the Sea. It may share the same name and wear the same colors, but the Palisades High team that takes the field for tomorrow night’s season opener against Hollywood is not the varsity squad that went 1-9 last fall. “We’re better in all facets of the game,” second-year Head Coach Kelly Loftus said. “The collective intelligence of this team is high and what I like best is that we haven’t had one behavioral issue yet. This is a really dedicated group of young men.” Loftus boldly lobbied to put Palisades in the upper division playoffs of the City Section playoffs’partly to motivate his players and partly because he truly believes the Dolphins can compete at the higher level. “Given where we were last year I’d be satisfied with 5-5 but I think we should be able to win six games and play someone tough in the playoffs,” he said. “I’ll be disappointed if we don’t do that.” Along with that dedication is a roster full of potential’players on both sides of the ball who are eager to prove themselves. Of course, a team can go only as far as its quarterback takes it and the Dolphins figure to go far under sophomore signal-caller Conner Preston, who impressed both his coaches and college scouts at summer camps with his accuracy and poise in the pocket. Preston also demonstrated the ability to grasp a new offense quickly after offensive coordinator Larry Wein resigned for good last week. In fact, he and his receivers got a 20-minute “chalk talk” session in the locker room prior to the Dolphins’ scrimmage against Washington last Thursday. “I thought we did great under the circumstances,” Preston said. “Give us one more week of work and we’re going to be clicking.” Backing up Preston at quarterback is junior Preon Morgan, who will double as a wide receiver and cornerback. “Preon’s a very capable back-up who gives us a little bit of a different look,” Loftus said. “He runs the ball more like a running back.” Not only has Preston been sharp in practice, so too have his receivers’particularly his primary targets, Joe Hyman, Trevon Jimenez, Loren Artis and Tanqueray Towns. Towns, a 5′ 7,’ 140-pound senior, said he and his teammates enjoyed playing at home on Thursday and look forward to giving their fans plenty to cheer about again Friday night. “The intensity Thursday night was higher than at any time last year,” Towns said. “I have a lot of faith in this team. It’s important for us to prove the Palisades of this year is different than the Palisades of last year.” In fact, Towns has even higher expectations than his coach. “We have all the potential in the world,” he said. “There’s not a team on our schedule we can’t beat. I’d be satisfied with 8-2 or 7-3 at the worst.” Towns also praised Palisades’ offensive line, which will be anchored by tackles Bryce Williams and David Arzumanov, guards Juan Climaco and Chris Chukwuocha and center Joe Brandon. Standing 6’2′ and weighing 310 pounds, Williams has improved his conditioning week in and week out. He will give Preston ample time to throw and he’ll open plenty of holes for Palisades’ stable of running backs, led by Khalid Stevens, Bobby Powell and Tyquion Ballard. Wein’s departure so close to the start of the season advanced the players’ learning curve, but Loftus said that could prove beneficial in the long run: “We haven’t abandoned what Larry taught them. Some of what he used we’ll keep. Right now, I think we’ll start with a 60 to 40 run-pass ratio but my goal is to get be about 50-50 by the team league rolls around.” Palisades should score more points than it did last fall, but the real strength of this year’s team could be the defense. Employing a 50 front and using a lot of Cover 3 zone, the Dolphins expect to force a lot of turnovers like they did against Washington when they recovered three fumbles. “The biggest thing I took from that scrimmage is the way our defense flew to the ball and the kids’ overall hunger,” said Loftus, who credited Dominic Hampton with providing stability as defensive coordinator after the resignation of Donnell Williams three weeks ago. “The kids have really responded to him,” Loftus said of Hampton. “Our defense won’t have a lot of wrinkles. We need to work on our tackling but I like the fact that our guys were at least in position to make the tackle.” Palisades was not allowed to work on special teams during last Thursday’s scrimmage, so Loftus devoted much of Friday’s practice to kick coverage. Artis will handle the punting while sophomore Alex Anastacio will most likely handle the placekicking duties. “Alex has been making 35-yard field goals consistently in practice but he needs to be quicker on his approach to the ball,” Loftus said. “He’s also been kicking 45 to 50 percent of his kickoffs into the end zone.” The Dolphins were confident of a turnaround season before they played Washington, but their efforts in that 30-play-per-side scrimmage boosted team morale even more. Though the Generals had an advantage in yards gained and outscored the Dolphins 3-2 (one of their touchdowns was called back on a penalty), Palisades forced more turnovers and was more effective in the red zone, scoring on a 10-yard strike from Preston to Hyman. “That team was rated 15th in the pre-season and we were 23rd out of 23 teams in the playoffs,” Loftus said. “So I’m pleased that we were able to hold our own against them. That team is better than a lot of the teams on our schedule.” Several of Palisades’ future opponents played last Friday night and Loftus and his coaches kept close attention. Western League champion Venice lost at home to San Fernando while Granada Hills’Palisades’ Week 4 opponent’trounced Monroe. “Right now, our focus is on Hollywood,” Bryce Williams insisted. “That’s our first game and I don’t want to look ahead.” Starting with Friday night’s game, the Dolphins open the season with six straight at Stadium by the Sea–in direct contrast to last season when the Dolphins played only one home game. The toughest games figure to be against intersectional opponents Santa Monica and Peninsula, the annual “Charter Bowl” against Granada Hills and their Western League showdown against Venice. Palisades beat Hollywood, 22-2, in last year’s opener’a victory that was later forfeited when it was discovered the Dolphins had used an ineligible player. Frosh/Soph Palisades and Washington each scored two touchdowns during last Thursday’s scrimmage and although “official” statistics were not kept, the Dolphins dictated play for most of the afternoon. Head Coach Rocky Montz and assistants Scott Plested, Al Heath, Chris Hawkes and Ray Mardsen, are working with a talented group of underclassmen, headed by speedy tailback back Solomon Israel.

CLASSIFIED ADS FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 11, 2008

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HOMES FOR SALE 1

HAWAII EXISTS IN LA! NEW INVENTORY. 11 HOMES AVAIL. Terrific Opportunity! PCH/Sunset. Up to 1,600 Sq. Ft. $179,000-1.1 million. Some completely remodeled, many upgrades. Ocean views, wood floors, new kitchens, sun deck, rec center w/ pool/spa/gym. Steps from the sand. Condo alternative. Agent, Michelle Bolotin, (310) 230-2438

SPECTACULAR MEDITERRANEAN SANDCASTLE beachfront. 5 bd, 4.5 ba. Channel Islands 1 hr North. $2.995M. Great investment & home. Call (808) 346-4644

UNFURNISHED HOMES 2a

EL MEDIO BLUFFS 3 bdrm, 2 ba, Cape Cod. Corner lot, charming. 1/2 blk walk to bluffs. $6,000/mo. Call Elizabeth, (310) 293-8999

2 BD, 1 BA, LARGE den, breakfast nook, dining room, hardwood and tile floors. 2 fpls, AC. Paid gardener. Available 9/20. Beautiful garden. $3,900/mo. (310) 454-9840

ONE LEVEL SINGLE family home, Palisades Highlands. Remodeled 3 bdrm, 2 bath. Nice private backyard, large community pool, tennis courts, etc. Call Judy, (310) 994-9289, (310) 454-0696

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2 BR, 1 BA, DEN, breakfast nook and dining room, hardwood floors, fireplace. Walk to stores, no dogs. Gardener included. $3,800/mo. (310) 455-3111

AWESOME VILLAGE CONDO. 2 bdrm, 2 ba. New kitchen w/ all appliances, granite counters, W/D, high ceilings, spacious, open, quiet, private. Avail. Nov. 1. $3,400/mo. Call Pat, agent, (310) 454-1851

UNFURNISHED APARTMENTS 2c

PALISADES 1 BDRM apt, refrigerator, clean, gas stove, near village, one year lease, covered parking with storage, laundry. No pets. Non-smoker. $1,285/mo. (310) 477-6767

A RARE FIND: THIS IS A TRUE JEWEL IN PRIME SANTA MONICA LOCATION. This unique property has only four units, each one distinctively beautiful. This charming one bedroom has the feel of an East Coast Hamptons cottage. Perfect for those who love their gardens and desire privacy. There are two large fenced and gated patios. The front with its own intercom, the rear patio has French doors that open from the dining room as well as a retractable awning. The interior is just as special as the exterior. Peg and grooved hardwood floors, gas fireplace, beam ceilings, French doors and windows and shutters throughout. Washer, dryer, enclosed garage, no pets. $2,250/mo. (310) 826-7960

HOLYOKE BLUFFS: Newly redone large studio. Top-of-line full kitchen w/ granite & stainless appls. Full bath. Design décor. Charming patio, separate entrance. Tranquil location. Laundry facilities, utilities, HD cable included. Unique setting for right person. Refs. 6 mo. Lease. $1,890/mo. w/ dep. (310) 454-3806

CONDOS, TOWNHOMES FOR RENT 2d

GEM IN THE PALISADES, 2 bdrm, 2½ ba, townhouse, hdwd, tile, carpet. Large roof deck, own laundry room, W/D, dishwasher. Additional storage. Parking. $3,500/mo. (310) 392-1757

CONDO, LUXURY FURNISHED, 1,700 sq ft, 2+2, family, dining, living rooms. Three fireplaces, security, spa, on Sunset next to Gelson’s. (310) 871-4699

ROOMS FOR RENT 3

SUITE IN HOUSE. Separate entrance. Peaceful Highlands setting. Microwave, refrigerator, bathroom, shower. Student preferred. Refs. (310) 459-5046

WANTED TO RENT 3b

LOCAL EMPLOYED male seeks guesthouse. Quiet, local references. Non-smoker, no pets. Call Palisadian-Post, (310) 454-1321

WANTED: GARAGE TO RENT. (480) 323-0496

OFFICE/STORE RENTALS 3c

MEDICAL SPACE AVAILABLE in Pacific Palisades. Great location, Palisades Village. 1,200 sq ft. Newly renovated boutique building w/ pharmacy. 910 Via de la Paz. Avail Sept. 1st. Call Vicki, (310) 475-6400

PROFESSIONAL BUILDING in Pacific Palisades village for lease. Lovely and spacious suite available, newly painted, brand new pergo floors, 1,050 square feet conveniently located in the village. Please call (310) 230-6712 x105 for more details.

PRIME OFFICE SPACE IN THE PALISADES VILLAGE. Last available space in newly renovated building in the Palisades. Attractive 3,200 sq. ft. space is move-in ready and includes eight offices, conference room, kitchen and reception area which is located on the 3rd floor of the Atrium Building. Monthly rent is $12,940/mo. For more information please contact Mandy at (310) 459-8556

LARGE FURNISHED OFFICE in heart of Village. Share entrance with writer. $600/mo. (310) 459-2757

LOST & FOUND 6a

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BOOKKEEPING/ACCOUNTING 7b

BOOKKEEPER BY THE HOUR • Need help with getting your books in order? Help is near! Call Joanie, (310) 486-1055

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

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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 • Garage Sale Specialist • (310) 454-0359 • bmdawson@verizon.net • www.bmdawson.com • Furniture • Antiques • Collectibles • Junque • Reliable professionals • Local References

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DAYCARE CENTERS 8

PALISADES LEARN AND PLAY. Creative & nurturing Pre-K program. Crafts, music & educational curriculum. Openings for fall, F/T or P/T. (310) 459-0920

NANNIES/BABYSITTERS 8a

NANNY/BABYSITTER reliable, experienced, loves kids. Own transportation. 12 years experience. Call Alma, (310) 670-2209

MY WONDERFUL SPECIAL NANNY looking for F/T job M-F. 23 years experience with newborns. Legal, drives, speaks English. Excellent Palisades ref’s. Call Rosa, (818) 620-7507

EUROPEAN NANNY AVAILABLE MORNINGS. Palisades Mom looking to share wonderful European nanny. Fluent English, driving, college educated, very interactive. Available mornings M-F. Call Ann Marie (nanny), (818) 943-4364 or Daria (for reference), (310) 230-3125

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DOMESTIC AGENCIES 9

VIP NANNY AGENCY • “Providing very important people with the very best nanny.” • Baby Nurses • Birthing Coaches • Housekeepers. (818) 907-1017, (310) 614-3646

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HOUSEKEEPERS 9a

“PROFESSIONAL SERVICES.” 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. Call Bertha, (323) 754-6873 & cell (213) 393-1419

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HOUSECLEANING AVAILABLE Monday and Thursday, every other week. Very good references. Let me make your home sparkle. Call Blanca, (323) 463-1330, or leave a message.

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ELDER CARE/COMPANIONS 10a

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GARDENING, LANDSCAPING 11

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MOVING & HAULING 11b

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MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES 12c

NEIGHBORHOOD THERAPIST: Caring, patient & local Palisades Psychotherapist available for help and insight into issues relating to your personal and interpersonal life. To make an appointment with Dr. Aunene Finger, Board Certified MFT, please call (310) 454-0855. www.neighborhoodtherapist.com. Lic. #37780

WINDOW WASHING 13h

EXPERT WINDOW CLEANER • Experienced 21 yrs on Westside. Clean & detailed. Can also clean screens, mirrors, skylights & scrape paint off glass. Free estimates. Brian, (310) 289-5279

THE WINDOWS OF OZ. Got view? Extremely detailed interior/exterior glass and screen cleaning. Specializing in high ladder work. 10% new customer discount & next day service available. Owner operated. Free estimates. (310) 926-7626

PERSONAL SERVICES 14f

DRIVER/ASSISTANT. 18 years experience. Appointments, school, errands, marketing, doctor appointments. Computers, organizing, bills, pets, children. $20/hr. Resume/references avail. (310) 230-6877

GREAT ORGANIZER! Declutter your home, office, closet, etc. Errands, bill paying, etc. No project too large or too small. Local references! Please call “T”, (310) 488-9575

GIRL FRIDAY—HOME ORGANIZATION! Errands, driving, light housekeeping, cooking, babysitting. Local refs. upon request. $15/hr. Call Michelle, (310) 453-5577

PET SERVICES/PET SITTING 14g

HAPPY PET • Dog Walking • Park Outings • Socialization • Insured. Connie, (310) 230-3829

PERSONAL TOUCH. DOG WALKING/sitting service. Cats included. Pali resident over 25 yrs. Very reliable. Refs available. If you want special care for your pet, please call me. Jacqui, (310) 454-0104, cell (310) 691-9893

EXPERIENCED DOG WALKER in the Highlands only. I’m a student at Pali and I love dogs! Call Sydney, (310) 573-0223

FITNESS INSTRUCTION 15a

HAVE FUN! GET FIT! NORDIC WALKING CLASSES. Certified Advanced Nordic walking instructor, Palisades resident teaches private/group classes in the Palisades. Weekends. (310) 266-4651

TUTORS 15e

Start School With The Right Backup. In-home private tutoring K-12. 30+ years teaching/ tutoring exper. Math, reading, grammar, essay writing & study skills. Former special ed teacher. Call Gail, (310) 313-2530

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

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

CLEARLY MATH & MORE! Specializing in math & now offering chemistry & physics! Elementary thru college level. Test prep, algebra, trig, geom, calculus. Fun, caring, creative, individualized tutoring. Math anxiety. Call Jamie, (310) 459-4722

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

HSPT/ISEE PREP CLASSES. Central Palisades Location. Small class size. 12 Classes, September start. (310) 459-3239

CREDENTIALED WORKING TEACHER, 30 years experience, Harvard education, master’s degree. Tutor in your home. Reading, writing, English, history. K-12. Reasonable rates. Call Robert, (310) 573-4163

EXCEPTIONAL TEACHER/CONSULTANT. Change performance. Increase skills. Improve grades K-8. Call Alexis, (818) 383-5404

PERSONALIZED SPANISH TUTORING! South American teacher with university degree. All ages & levels. Learn, improve, get confident for studies & traveling. Experienced w/ children. (310) 741-8422

MUSIC LESSONS & INSTRUCTION 15h

PIANO LESSONS IN YOUR HOME! Children • Adults. Patient, experienced teacher. California Teaching Credential. UCLA Graduate. Call (310) 453-1064

CARPENTRY 16a

FINE WOODWORKING. Carpentry of any kind: decks, gates, doors, bathrooms, kitchen, cabinets. CSL #822541. No project too small. References available. Call Ed at (310) 213-3101

CONCRETE, MASONRY, POOLS 16c

MASONRY, CONCRETE & POOL CONTRACTOR. 36 YEARS IN PACIFIC PALISADES. Custom masonry & concrete, stamped, driveways, pools, decks, patios, foundations, fireplace, drainage control, custom stone, block & brick, tile. Excellent local references. Lic. #309844. Bonded/insured/workmen’s comp. Family owned & operated. MIKE HORUSICKY CONSTRUCTION, INC. (310) 454-4385 • www.horusicky.com

CONSTRUCTION 16d

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

DOORS 16f

“DOOR WORKS” • Residential and commercial, door repairs, replacements. Handicap services, weatherstripping. Free est. Premium service. Lic. #917844. (310) 598-0467, (818) 346-7900

ELECTRICAL 16h

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

ELECTRICIAN HANDYMAN. Local service only. Lic. #775688. Please call (310) 454-6849 or (818) 317-8286

ELECTRICAL WORK. Call Dennis! 26 yrs experience, 24 hours, 7 day service. Lic. #728200. (310) 821-4248

FENCES, DECKS 16j

THE FENCE MAN • 14 years quality workmanship • Wood fences • Decks • Gates • Chainlink & overhang • Lic. #663238, bonded. (818) 706-1996

INDEPENDENT SERVICE CARLOS FENCE: Wood & Picket Fences • Chain Link • Iron & Gates • Deck & Patio Covers. Ask for Carlos, (310) 677-2737 or fax (310) 677-8650. Non-lic.

DECK REPAIR, SEALING & STAINING. Local resident, local clientele. 1 day service. Marty, (310) 459-2692

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

GOLDEN HARDWOOD FLOORS. Professional Installation and refinishing. National Wood Flooring Association member. License #732286. Plenty of local references. (877) 622-2200 • www.goldenhardwoodfloors.com

JEFF HRONEK, 39 YRS. RESIDENT • HARDWOOD FLOORS INC. • Sanding & Refinishing • Installations • Pre-finished • Unfinished • Lic. #608606. Bonded, Insured, Workers Comp. www.hronekhardwoodfloors.com (310) 475-1414

HANDYMAN 16o

HANDYMAN • HOOSHMAN • Most known name in the Palisades. Since 1975. Member Chamber of Commerce. Lic. #560299. Call for your free est. Local refs available. Hooshman, (310) 459-8009, 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

GREENHOUSE Handyman & Home Maintenance. Major & Minor Home Repairs/Installations. Green Home Improvements & Retrofits. Termite/Moisture Damage Specialist. (800) 804-8810

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 • 54 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

SQUIRE PAINTING CO. Interior and Exterior. License #405049. 25 years. Local Service. (310) 454-8266. www.squirepainting.com

ZARKO PRTINA PAINTING. Interior/Exterior. 35 years in service. License #637882. Call (310) 454-6604

A PACIFIC PAINTING. Residential, commercial, industrial. Interior/exterior. Drywall, plaster, stucco repair, pressure washing. Free estimates. Bonded & insured. Lic. #908913. “Since 1979.” (310) 954-7170

REMODELING 16v

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

LABOR OF LOVE HOME REPAIR & REMODEL. Kitchens, bathrooms, cabinetry, tile, doors, windows, decks, etc. Work guar. Ken Bass, General Contractor. Lic. #B767950. (310) 487-6464

COMPLETE CUSTOM CONSTRUCTION • New/Spec Homes • Kit+bath remodeling • Additions • Quality work at reasonable rates guaranteed. Large & small projects welcomed. Lic. #751137. Michael Hoff Construction today, (424) 202-8619

HELP WANTED 17

DRIVERS: TEAMS EARN TOP DOLLAR plus great benefits. Solo drivers also needed for Western Regional. Werner Enterprises, (800) 346-2818 x123

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITY. Create a realistic 5 figure income/mo. Opportunity and products with no rival. (800) 439-1193

NANNY TO WORK full days Sat./Sun. or Sun./Mon. in a long-term position with a loving family, must speak English, drive and have experience and references, please leave message. (310) 994-7155

MAINTENANCE TEAM WANTED. Salary and living quarters. Please call (310) 454-2515 or (310) 633-0461 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

AREA REPS NEEDED for NEW Home Party Co., featuring entertaining, kitchen and décor products. Call for interview, (866) 878-1444

WEEKEND HOUSEKEEPER, also for holidays. References required. (310) 459-8211

P/T AFTER-SCHOOL CARE/homework manager, looking for individual to pick up two boys from school M-F, supervise homework with confidence. Proficiency in English a must. Clean driving record and references essential. Very good pay. (310) 779-0633 • traceallone@hotmail.com

AUTOS 18b

1999 FORD F250 Super Duty V10 Supercab Longbed, black w/ lumber rack & Weatherguard tool box. Great work truck! $6,500 OBO. (310) 576-0622

1999 BMW 323i. Black, sunroof, 4-door. Original owners, low mileage. Excellent condition. $8,800. Contact Diana, (310) 454-7415

FURNITURE 18c

QUEEN MATTRESS SET, $195. Dinette set, $195, sofa sleeper $395, large screen TV stand, $185. Items never used! Recliner, $275 OBO. (310) 393-2338

GARAGE, ESTATE SALES 18d

ESTATE SALE: Pac Pal. 1101 Las Lomas, Fri.-Sat.-Sun., 9/12-14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. This sale is filled with vintage collectibles, clocks, radios, lunch boxes, records, small cameras, books, designer briefcases, sewing machine, armoire, baker’s rack, wicker, end tables, bench, accessories, etc. PACIFIC ESTATE SALES

RE-DECORAT. SALE! Beaut furn/furnishgs/great TVs/wash/dry/fridge/hsehold, kitch goods/books/ tools/toys. Clothes/Hi-end & costume jewelry. FRI.-SAT., Sept. 12-13; 8 a.m.-4 p.m. 717 Via de la Paz. Photos/details: www.bmdawson.com

MOVING SALE. Sat. 413 Swarthmore Ave. Beginning 9 a.m. Household furnishings, glassware, appliances, TVs, bookshelves, computer, armoire, stove, Queen mattress set, rugs.

PETS, LIVESTOCK 18e

ADORABLE YORKSHIRE TERRIORS for adoption. They are both AKC registered. They are raised in a beautiful environment. They have full blood line. They are current on their shots and vaccinations and their health condition is perfect. Email kenbruce02@yahoo.com if interested.

MISCELLANEOUS 18g

25 CUBIC FOOT REFRIGERATOR, white Amana side-by-side with dispenser, $350. White GE 30” stove, $125. Oak desk, $175. (310) 459-0765

WANTED TO BUY 19

WANTED: Old tube guitar amplifiers, working or not. ‘50s, ‘60s, etc. Tommy, (310) 895-5057 • profeti2001@yahoo.com

CLASSIFIED ADS FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 4, 2008

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HOMES FOR SALE 1

HAWAII EXISTS IN LA! NEW INVENTORY. 11 HOMES AVAIL. Terrific Opportunity! PCH/Sunset. Up to 1,600 Sq. Ft. $179,000-1.1 million. Some completely remodeled, many upgrades. Ocean views, wood floors, new kitchens, sun deck, rec center w/ pool/spa/gym. Steps from the sand. Condo alternative. Agent, Michelle Bolotin, (310) 230-2438

SPECTACULAR MEDITERRANEAN SANDCASTLE beachfront. 5 bd, 4.5 ba. Channel Islands 1 hr North. $2.995M. Great investment & home. Call (808) 346-4644

UNFURNISHED HOMES 2a

EL MEDIO BLUFFS 3 bdrm, 2 ba, Cape Cod. Corner lot, charming. 1/2 blk walk to bluffs. $6,000/mo. Call Elizabeth, (310) 293-8999

HIGHLANDS 3+2 HOME: Beautiful panoramic mtn w/ ocean views. Bright, airy, high ceilings, 2 decks, new paint, F/P, tile, ss appls. Lrg pvt clubhouse, olympic pool, tennis, gym, gardener incl. Available 8/25. $4,000/mo. Marty, (310) 459-2692

LOVELY HIGHLANDS TOWNHOME. 2 bd, den, 3 ba, hardwood floors, high ceilings, private garage, mountain views, pool & spa. $3,850/mo.+security. (310) 459-0765

2 BD, 1 BA, LARGE den, breakfast nook, dining room, hardwood and tile floors. 2 fpls, AC. Paid gardener. Available 9/20. Beautiful garden. $3,900/mo. (310) 454-9840

ONE LEVEL SINGLE family home, Palisades Highlands. Remodeled 3 bdrm, 2 bath. Nice private backyard, large community pool, tennis courts, etc. Call Judy, (310) 994-9289, (310) 454-0696

AMAZING WHITEWATER VIEW HOME. Steps to beach. 4 BR, 2½ BA, 3,000 sq ft. Lg LR, DR, family room, frplc, panoramic windows, 2 lg balconies, 2 car garage, 5 min to Santa Monica.
$6,900/mo. www.MalibuCoastline.com • (310) 230-4200

PARADISE! QUEEN’S NECKLACE ocean view. 4 bd, 3 bath+family room+den, 2 fireplaces, high beams, hardwood fl, new carpeting, granite, new appliances, lg spa, balcony, quiet cul-de-sac, avail 10/1. $7,000/mo. Noelle, (310) 457-1522

UNFURNISHED APARTMENTS 2c

PALISADES 1 BDRM apt, remodeled, clean, gas stove, fridge, near village, one year lease, covered parking with storage, laundry. No pets. Non-smoker. $1,300/mo. (310) 477-6767

SANTA MONICA “Small Country Home”. Montana and 14th Street neighborhood. Uniquely special unit for uniquely special person. Charm, quiet, style and luxury in pristine one bedroom. Living room with high beam ceilings, hardwood floors, woodburning fireplace. Gated and fenced private entry with intercom opens to lovely garden patio. Kitchen w/ stainless appliances and limestone bath. Enclosed garage, no pets, $2,500/mo. (310) 826-7960

ROOMS FOR RENT 3

SUITE IN HOUSE. Separate entrance. Peaceful Highlands setting. Microwave, refrigerator, bathroom, shower. Student preferred. Refs. (310) 459-5046

WANTED TO RENT 3b

LOCAL EMPLOYED male seeks guesthouse. Quiet, local references. Non-smoker, no pets. Call Palisadian-Post, (310) 454-1321

LOCAL FEMALE BANKER in village seeks room in exchange for light domestic duties, cooking, errands. For seniors and children. Excellent local references. Call Tiffany, (310) 454-1287

OFFICE/STORE RENTALS 3c

BEAUTIFUL, SINGLE OFFICE available for an individual. Located in the heart of Pacific Palisades. Includes free internet. Ready to move in at $1,250/mo. Call Liz, (310) 230-8335

MEDICAL SPACE AVAILABLE in Pacific Palisades. Great location, Palisades Village. 1,200 sq ft. Newly renovated boutique building w/ pharmacy. 910 Via de la Paz. Avail Sept. 1st. Call Vicki, (310) 475-6400

PROFESSIONAL BUILDING in Pacific Palisades village for lease. Lovely and spacious suite available, newly painted, brand new pergo floors, 1,200 square feet conveniently located in the village. Please call (310) 230-6712, x105 for more details.

BOOKKEEPING/ACCOUNTING 7b

BOOKKEEPER BY THE HOUR • Need help with getting your books in order? Help is near! Call Joanie, (310) 486-1055

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 * SET-UP, TUTORING, REPAIR, INTERNET. Problem-Free Computing, Guaranteed. Satisfying Clients Since 1992. If I Can’t Help, NO CHARGE! COMPUTER WORKS! Alan Perla (310) 455-2000

THE DETECHTIVES™. PROFESSIONAL ON-SITE MAC SPECIALISTS. PATIENT, FRIENDLY AND AFFORDABLE • WE COVER ALL THINGS MAC • Consulting • Installation • Training and Repair for Beginners to Advanced Users • Data recovery • Networks • Wireless Internet & more • (310) 838-2254 • William Moorefield • www.thedetechtives.com

WEB SITES AND GRAPHIC DESIGN. Development for business. Photo editing, holiday cards. Contact Maggie, (310) 985-0959 or Maggie@maggiesweb.com

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 • Garage Sale Specialist • (310) 454-0359 • bmdawson@verizon.net • www.bmdawson.com • Furniture • Antiques • Collectibles • Junque • Reliable professionals • Local References

SOLAR/WIND ENERGY 7l

ALTERNATIVE ENGINEERING SOLAR • GO SOLAR • TAX INCENTIVES! Design & engineering solar/wind systems • Huge rebates • Financing available • Local Palisades contractor • Lic. #912279 • Call for free consultation: (877) 898-1948

DAYCARE CENTERS 8

PALISADES LEARN AND PLAY. Creative & nurturing Pre-K program. Crafts, music & educational curriculum. Openings for fall, F/T or P/T. (310) 459-0920

NANNIES/BABYSITTERS 8a

OUR WONDERFUL NANNY available part time or full time. Starting mid Sept. Light housekeeping, great with kids. Please call Irma direct, (323) 702-5188

GREAT NANNY—SAD DAY. Our nanny of 7 years is available Sept. 1st. Our youngest is off to Kindergarten! Cal. DL, Own car, close to Pac Pal, reliable, honest, loves kids. Call Gretchen or Rick, (310) 456-2142

WONDERFUL NANNY LOOKING for F/T work, M-F, loving, great with kids, newborns. 23 yrs experience. Legal, drives. Call Regan for ref’s, (310) 922-2077, or Rosa, (818) 620-7507

DOMESTIC AGENCIES 9

VIP NANNY AGENCY • “Providing very important people with the very best nanny.” • Baby Nurses • Birthing Coaches • Housekeepers. (818) 907-1017, (310) 614-3646

HOUSEKEEPERS 9a

“PROFESSIONAL SERVICES.” 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. Call Bertha, (323) 754-6873 & cell (213) 393-1419

HOUSEKEEPER, CERTIFIED ORGANIZER. Will clean your home sparkling clean and organized. Pet friendly. Will cook, do errands. Excellent refs. (310) 866-0940

HOUSEKEEPER/BABYSITTER/ELDER CARE, day or night, available Monday-Sunday. Own transportation, excellent ref’s. Call Maria, (310) 948-9637

HOUSECLEANING. Alicia available Thursday or Monday. Cleaning supplies furnished. Call (310) 367-3214

HOUSE CLEANING AVAILABLE. Friday, Saturday or Sunday. Own transportation. Reliable, experienced, honest. Local references. Call Delmy, (323) 363-9492

HOUSEKEEPER/BABYSITTER AVAILABLE Monday thru Friday. Honest and reliable. Own car. Please call Olga at (323) 495-2355

HOUSEKEEPER, RELIABLE, EXPERIENCED, references. Own transportation. Speaks English. Available Monday thru Friday. Call (323) 274-7109 cell, (323) 750-4441 home

ELDER CARE/COMPANIONS 10a

GOOD COMPANY Senior Care. A premiere private duty home care agency Provides in-home care and companionship to help people remain independent and happy at home. If you are a caring individual who would like to join our team, please call (323) 932-8700. joni@goodcoseniorcare.com

GARDENING, LANDSCAPING 11

PALISADES GARDENING • Full Gardening Service • Sprinkler Install • Tree Trim • Sodding/Seeding • Sprays, non-toxic • FREE 10” Flats, Pansies, Snap, Impatiens. (310) 568-0989

WATERFALLS & POND CONSTRUCTION: Water gardening. Japanese Koi fish. Filtration pond service, repair & maintenance. Free estimates. (310) 435-3843, cell (310) 390-1276. www.TheKingKoi.com

MOVING & HAULING 11b

HONEST MAN SERVICES. All jobs, big or small. Hauls it all. 14 foot truck. 20th year Westside. Delivery to 48 states. (310) 285-8688

ALEXANDER DEMOLITION AND HAULING. Haul debris, concrete, dirt, trash. Apts, yard, garage. Residential and commercial. Lic. #911117. Free estimates. (310) 538-4774

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES 12c

NEIGHBORHOOD THERAPIST: Caring, patient & local Palisades Psychotherapist available for help and insight into issues relating to your personal and interpersonal life. To make an appointment with Dr. Aunene Finger, Board Certified MFT, please call (310) 454-0855. www.neighborhoodtherapist.com. Lic. #37780

WINDOW WASHING 13h

EXPERT WINDOW CLEANER • Experienced 21 yrs on Westside. Clean & detailed. Can also clean screens, mirrors, skylights & scrape paint off glass. Free estimates. Brian, (310) 289-5279

THE WINDOWS OF OZ. Got view? Extremely detailed interior/exterior glass and screen cleaning. Specializing in high ladder work. 10% new customer discount & next day service available. Owner operated. Free estimates. (310) 926-7626

PERSONAL SERVICES 14f

DRIVER/ASSISTANT. 18 years experience. Appointments, school, errands, marketing, doctor appointments. Computers, organizing, bills, pets, children. $20/hr. Resume/references avail. (310) 230-6877

GREAT ORGANIZER! Declutter your home, office, closet, etc. Errands, bill paying, etc. No project too large or too small. Local references! Please call “T”, (310) 488-9575

PET SERVICES/PET SITTING 14g

HAPPY PET • Dog Walking • Park Outings • Socialization • Insured. Connie, (310) 230-3829

PERSONAL TOUCH. DOG WALKING/sitting service. Cats included. Pali resident over 25 yrs. Very reliable. Refs available. If you want special care for your pet, please call me. Jacqui, (310) 454-0104, cell (310) 691-9893

FITNESS INSTRUCTION 15a

HAVE FUN! GET FIT! NORDIC WALKING CLASSES. Certified Advanced Nordic walking instructor, Palisades resident teaches private/group classes in the Palisades. Weekends. (310) 266-4651

TUTORS 15e

Start School With The Right Backup. In-home private tutoring K-12. 30+ years teaching/ tutoring exper. Math, reading, grammar, essay writing & study skills. Former special ed teacher. Call Gail, (310) 313-2530

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

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

CLEARLY MATH & MORE! Specializing in math & now offering chemistry & Spanish! Elementary thru college level. Test prep, algebra, trig, geom, calculus. Fun, caring, creative, individualized tutoring. Math anxiety. Call Jamie, (310) 459-4722

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

HSPT/ISEE PREP CLASSES. Central Palisades Location. Small class size. 12 Classes, September start. (310) 459-3239

CREDENTIALED WORKING TEACHER, 30 years experience, Harvard education, master’s degree. Tutor in your home. Reading, writing, English, history. K-12. Reasonable rates. Call Robert, (310) 573-4163

SUPER TEACHER/CONSULTANT. Proven techniques improve ADD, ADHD, confidence. Grades K-9. Experienced, successful, references. Call Alexis now for an appointment, (818) 383-5404

MUSIC LESSONS & INSTRUCTION 15h

PIANO LESSONS IN YOUR HOME! Children • Adults. Patient, experienced teacher. California Teaching Credential. UCLA Graduate. Call (310) 453-1064

CARPENTRY 16a

FINE WOODWORKING. Carpentry of any kind: decks, gates, doors, bathrooms, kitchen, cabinets. CSL #822541. No project too small. References available. Call Ed at (310) 213-3101

CONCRETE, MASONRY, POOLS 16c

MASONRY, CONCRETE & POOL CONTRACTOR. 36 YEARS IN PACIFIC PALISADES. Custom masonry & concrete, stamped, driveways, pools, decks, patios, foundations, fireplace, drainage control, custom stone, block & brick, tile. Excellent local references. Lic. #309844. Bonded/insured/workmen’s comp. Family owned & operated. MIKE HORUSICKY CONSTRUCTION, INC. (310) 454-4385 • www.horusicky.com

CONSTRUCTION 16d

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

DOORS 16f

“DOOR WORKS” • Residential and commercial, door repairs, replacements. Handicap services, weatherstripping. Free est. Premium service. Lic. #917844. (310) 598-0467, (818) 346-7900

ELECTRICAL 16h

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

ELECTRICIAN HANDYMAN. Local service only. Lic. #775688. Please call (310) 454-6849 or (818) 317-8286

ELECTRICAL WORK. Call Dennis! 26 yrs experience, 24 hours, 7 day service. Lic. #728200. (310) 821-4248

FENCES, DECKS 16j

THE FENCE MAN • 14 years quality workmanship • Wood fences • Decks • Gates • Chainlink & overhang • Lic. #663238, bonded. (818) 706-1996

INDEPENDENT SERVICE CARLOS FENCE: Wood & Picket Fences • Chain Link • Iron & Gates • Deck & Patio Covers. Ask for Carlos, (310) 677-2737 or fax (310) 677-8650. Non-lic.

DECK REPAIR, SEALING & STAINING. Local resident, local clientele. 1 day service. Marty, (310) 459-2692

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

GOLDEN HARDWOOD FLOORS. Professional Installation and refinishing. National Wood Flooring Association member. License #732286. Plenty of local references. (877) 622-2200 • www.goldenhardwoodfloors.com

JEFF HRONEK, 39 YRS. RESIDENT • HARDWOOD FLOORS INC. • Sanding & Refinishing • Installations • Pre-finished • Unfinished • Lic. #608606. Bonded, Insured, Workers Comp. www.hronekhardwoodfloors.com (310) 475-1414

HANDYMAN 16o

HANDYMAN • HOOSHMAN • Most known name in the Palisades. Since 1975. Member Chamber of Commerce. Lic. #560299. Call for your free est. Local refs available. Hooshman, (310) 459-8009, 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

GREENHOUSE Handyman & Home Maintenance. Major & Minor Home Repairs/Installations. Green Home Improvements & Retrofits. Termite/Moisture Damage Specialist. (800) 804-8810

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

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PAUL HORST • Interior & Exterior PAINTING • 54 YEARS OF SERVICE • Our reputation is your safeguard. License No. 186825 • (310) 454-4630 • Bonded & Insured

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SQUIRE PAINTING CO. Interior and Exterior. License #405049. 25 years. Local Service. (310) 454-8266. www.squirepainting.com

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CHROME HEARTS, MALIBU, is looking for experienced professional retail SALES MANAGERS, SALES PEOPLE and CASHIERS with long-term contacts/relationships in the Malibu area. If you are: a self-starter, a hard-worker, an experienced sales manager, sales professional and/or cashier, organized, detail-oriented, passionate about high-end luxury goods, especially jewelry, dedicated, committed, loyal and trustworthy, then we have a career for you. We require at least three years high-end retail experience in the Malibu area and we prefer a high school diploma. Serious candidates only. Please email your resume and a cover letter to: mitraf@maxfieldla.com. No phone calls, please.

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CLOTHING, PURSES, M/W; jewelry, shoes, m/w; towels, kitchenware, dining furn, dinnerwr, mirrors, frames, pillows, rugs, books, microwave, TV, games & more! 1101 Hartzell. Sat. 9/6, 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

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ADORABLE YORKSHIRE TERRIORS for adoption. They are both AKC registered. They are raised in a beautiful environment. They have full blood line. They are current on their shots and vaccinations and their health condition is perfect. Email kenbruce02@yahoo.com if interested.

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PTC Juniors Win Santa Monica Open

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September 3, 2008

Adam Stryer won the boys 12s Novice Division of the Santa Monica Junior Open.

Palisadians brought a ballhopper’s worth of hardware home from the 79th annual Santa Monica Junior Tennis Open last weekend, dominating most of the younger age groups in the Novice, Satellite and Open divisions. In the boys 8-and-under Satellite, Jake Sands made it back-to-back titles after winning the Jack Kramer event the week before. Sands defeated Daniel Naryshev, 6-3, 6-4, in the final. In the 8-and-under Novice, 6-year-old Lincoln Bellamy won his first tournament, beating Lyle Adomian, 6-1, in the final. The 10-and-under crown went to R.J. Sands who, like his brother, won the Jack Kramer a week before. This time, R.J. defeated fellow PTC player Christian Gambale, 6-3, 6-1, in the final. Playing his first tournament in the boys 12s Novice, Adam Stryer beat Zachary Gorokhovsky, 6-4, to win the title. Stryer is steadily improving with every match and showed he is clearly going to be a force in his age group. PTC player Myles Pindus reached the finals of the boys 12s satellite but perhaps the biggest win went to Harry Cohen, who tore through three matches en route to the final, where he beat Ben Gelfand in a third-set tiebreaker. “Our boys are clearly pushing each other so much everyday that they are winning everything in Southern California now,” PTC Head Pro Jon Neeter said. “Our next big push is going to be to get more girls winning.” Neeter was pleased to see Caroline Vincent win the girls 8-and- unders, ousting Kaitlin Zuber, 6-0, 6-2, in the semifinals and Jane Homer, 7-6, 6-4 in the final. “Tennis is a really interesting paradigm for girls right now,” Neeter said. “There are about 3,000 girls tennis scholarships in the United States each year. A girl can start playing tennis here at the park, just hang in the pack, play regular tournaments in Southern California and get numerous scholarship opportunities.” Palisades Pair Aims for #1 Ranking Robbie Bellamy and Alex Giannini of the Palisades Tennis Center have been playing doubles together for almost a year and already they are within reach of the top national ranking in their age group. Giannini has one of the hardest serves in his age group (they are both 13) and is a smart, competitive player. Bellamy, meanwhile, has one of the best forehands and return of serve in the juniors. Together, they have begun to gel. They finished last year in the 12s by twice nearly upsetting the No. 1 duo in the country’Gregory Garcia of San Diego and Garrett Auproux of Studio City. “We will beat them this year,” Giannini predicted after beating Auproux in straight sets in singles at the USTA nationals in Sacramento. “And we are going to finish the boys 14’s as the No. 1 team in the nation.” Last weekend, Bellamy and Giannini were seeded third in the San Diego National Doubles at the Barnes Tennis Center. On Friday, the boys got a bye to set up a second round match against Adam Ferguson and Luis Miranda of La Mesa. The local boys rolled to a 6-1, 6-0, setting up a quarterfinal match against fellow PTC players Blake Anthony and Brandon Clarke, who were seeded fifth. The teams split the first two sets, setting up a 10-point super tiebreaker now common in all national events. There, Giannini’s serve proved nearly unreturnable as he and Bellamy prevailed, 10-2, and advanced to the semifinals against Irvine’s Stefan Menichella and Jake De Vries. The PTC duo won the first set 6-2 but lost the second, setting the stage for another super-breaker. At 7 points all, Bellamy and Giannini reeled off three points in a row, setting up a finals showdown against top-seeded Garcia and Auproux, who had beaten PTC player Eduardo Nava and his partner, Logan Smith of Carlsbad. It was a close final, but Garcia and Auproux prevailed, 7-5, 7-5. “This one hurt because we had our chances at 5-all in both sets and Alex was serving both times so we should have held at least one of those,” Bellamy said. “However, we are really confident now and know we can win these big matches.” Bellamy and Giannini both plan on playing at Palisades High. “If Brandon [Clarke], Robbie and I all go to Pali we think we can help make that team No. 1 in the nation,” Giannini said. “Blake [Anthony] might go there as well and there are a lot of really good players on the team now.”

Forbath Kicks UCLA to Victory

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September 3, 2008

Kai Forbath (above) booted the winning field goal in overtime against Tennessee Monday at the Rose Bowl.
Photo by Rich Schmitt, *Staff Photographer*

Palisadian Kai Forbath kicked two field goals, including a game-winning 42-yarder in overtime, as the UCLA football team upset 18th-ranked Tennessee, 27-24, on Monday at the Rose Bowl in the debut of Bruins’ Coach Rick Neuheisel. Forbath made a 41-yard attempt to pull UCLA within 14-10 late in the third quarter. He was also three-for-three on extra points. The 6-0, 198-pound redshirt sophomore set a Pac-10 freshman record with 25 field goals last year’third on the Bruins’ single-season list. He was a four-year letterman at Notre Dame High in Sherman Oaks, where he led the Knights to three CIF titles and a 35-1 record and converting 134 of his 135 extra-point attempts. Schwartz Blocks in Cal’s Win Palisades High alum Mitchell Schwartz, a 6-6, 323-pound redshirt freshman at California, made his presence felt in the Bears’ season opener Saturday night against Michigan State. Schwartz’ block opened a hole for teammate Shane Vareen’s 81-yard touchdown run late in the fourth quarter that sealed Cal’s 38-31 win. Schwartz’ block did not go unnoticed by the Fox Sports West commentators, who showed the replay and declared “May the Schwartz be with you.” Watching the Cal game from a bar in Charlotte, North Carolina, was Mitchell’s older brother Geoff, who was cut by the Carolina Panthers on Sunday but subsequently offered a practice squad contract, which the former Palisades High three-sport star and Palisadian-Post Cup winner gladly accepted.

Pali Tennis Nets New Coach

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September 3, 2008

Sean Passan is the new girls tennis coach at Palisades High and will try to guide the Dolphins to their fourth straight City title.
Photo by Rich Schmitt, *Staff Photographer*

On the outside looking in it would appear the Palisades High girls tennis team is the pre-season favorite to win the City title. However, looks can be deceiving and if the Dolphins are to defend their crown come November they will do so with a much different lineup–and a new coach to boot. Sean Passan takes the reigns from longtime Coach Bud Kling and will call upon his experience as JV coach last year to come up with the right lineup every match for the varsity, which consists mostly of the players he instructed last fall. “We only have three returning varsity players and two of them will be playing out of position,” said Passan, also a social studies teacher at PaliHi. “This is a completely new team.” Samantha Kogan, who played No. 2 singles as a freshman last season, left the team to concentrate on junior tournaments and the other three singles player’s from last year’s City championship team–Katy Nikolova, Genna Rochlin and Kathryn Cullen–all graduated, meaning Passan has had to experiment. “Audrey Ashraf and Rose Schlaff are going to be our captains,” he said. “Audrey is an awesome doubles player but she’s testing the waters in singles because it might be where I need her to play.” Jessie Corneli will probably play singles while Phoebe Driscoll could be moved to doubles. Seniors Amy Goore and Marina Sterngold will likely play doubles along with junior Elizabeth Silvers and freshman Perri Zaret. “I realize I have big shoes to fill because Bud was Mr. Tennis in the Palisades,” said Passan, who moved from Connecticut just before the girls’ season started last fall. ‘But the girls have been very receptive’mainly because I coached most of them on JV last year.’ Passan said he enjoys the challenge of taking over a new team because it’s easier to mold. “I’ll be trying different combinations depending on who we’re playing,” he said. “The main thing I’m trying to get across is that our league matches and the playoffs are two different worlds.” The Dolphins open the season next Tuesday at Malibu in the first round of the Bay Area Classic. They host Marymount September 12, travel to Mira Costa Sept. 15 for the second round of the Bay Area Classic, host Beverly Hills Sept. 18 and travel to Santa Monica for the final round of the Bay Area Classic Sept. 24.