The Pacific Palisades Junior Women’s Club (PPJWC) continues its holiday tradition by showcasing three private homes, all beautifully decorated for the holidays by local florists and designers for the 22nd Annual Holiday Home Tour. The PPJWC Annual Home Tour will be held on Sunday, November 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $40 ($25 for seniors over 60) and can be purchased in advance by visiting www.ppjwc.com or on the day of the event at each of the homes or at the boutique at the Palisades Recreation Center, 851 Alma Real. The Holiday Boutique, open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. will feature a wide variety of gifts and other treasures. All proceeds from the PPJWC’s signature event are awarded to local nonprofit groups in the Palisades. Over the past five years, PPJWC has donated more than $500,000 to local public schools, Palisades Recreation Center, Palisades Branch Library and the Palisades-Malibu YMCA, among others. Pacific Palisades Junior Women’s Club is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing and preserving the quality of life in the Pacific Palisades. Membership is open to all women who live in Pacific Palisades and vicinity. PPJWC contributes over $90,000 annually to the community in the areas of education, recreation, beautification and community services. For more information visit: www.ppjwc.com or call: (310) 285-3218. 14641 Pampas Ricas Driving down Pampas Ricas in the Huntington Palisades, one cannot miss this home. The architecture, inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright, combines the straight, clean lines of a contemporary home with the charm of the Craftsman-style architecture. Central to the design is the formal dining room, which features both a fireplace and a chandelier made of glass flowers. Adding to the sophistication of the dining room is the painted detail on the raised ceiling and complementing glass wall sconces. Modern artwork, including abstract paintings and charcoal drawings, draw attention throughout the house. The homeowner’s love for clean lines and contemporary style is contrasted with warm tones and intricate textures. Colors and furniture are further enhanced by the beauty of nature, which spills in through the floor-to-ceiling windows that surround the pool and outdoor entertainment areas. Upstairs, the master suite carries the same simple sophistication. The children’s area is separated by bright colors and features a common area outside the bedrooms. 1560 Calle del Estribo Perched on a crest of the Santa Monica Mountains with spectacular views of the Santa Monica Mountains, this Tuscan-style home evokes an estate-like feeling. Its tree-lined, secluded driveway, provides rare and sought after privacy in Pacific Palisades. Although the house was rebuilt in 1999, as the visitor steps through the door it feels like stepping into the past of Northern Italy. A spiral staircase in the grand foyer combined with warm tones provides a welcoming atmosphere. The open floor plan and cathedral ceilings add to the elegant comfort. From the foyer, get a first glance at the master office off to the right and the living room and dining room that surround the foyer. It is difficult to miss the mountain views from the surrounding rooms. This home is full of antique accents, including a 200-year-old hand-carved wooden arch from an Italian church, and the rustic kitchen is a showcase for two original and naturally distressed wooden doors. Scenic outside living space includes a pool, spa and tennis courts. 17535 Camino de Yatasto Set just off the street in the Palisades Highlands, this home brings to life elegant French living. The home is eloquently decorated’from the foyer and living room to the pool and outdoor lounge area. Embracing classic French style, the homeowner combines antiques with traditional furniture and accents them all with rich fabrics. An intricate iron and limestone staircase sets the tone as you enter the house. The formal dining room to the left features a dome ceiling, resembling that of a French chateau, and an antique marble sidetable that was originally designed for the candy making. The powder room, off the foyer, features a mosaic tile floor and custom-made iron pedestal sink. One highlight of this house is the newly renovated kitchen, which features the latest appliances, marble counter tops and light color scheme. The upstairs features his and hers separate workspaces. The master suite is bathed in blue tones and is complete with a soaking tub and shower. Additionally, there are three children’s rooms, tailored to each child. After returning downstairs, browse outside and catch a glimpse of the koi pond and the outdoor living space. This house will be decorated in holiday style, complete with lights, ornaments and Christmas trees.
Locals Invited on a Chinese Culinary Journey
The history of the traditional Chinese banquet will be explored by writer Nicole Mones at Chang’s Garden in Arcadia on Sunday, November 18. Throughout the 16-course meal, Mones will relate the principles of cuisine as described in her novel ‘The Last Chinese Chef.’ Literary and culinary devotees will depart from Village Books on Swarthmore at 12:30 p.m. aboard a chartered bus en route to Arcadia, returning at approximately 4:30 p.m. Mones, the author of ‘Lost in Translation’ and ‘ A Cup of Light,’ and frequent contributor to Gourmet magazine, owned a business in China for eight years at the close of the Cultural Revolution before turning to writing about the country. ‘In China, food functions as the power regulator, the setter of hierarchies, and the engine driving guanxi (or connectedness, relationship), which in turn drives Chinese society,’ Mones explained in an interview with Super Chef. ‘Chinese cuisine has a secret language. Who invites whom? What menu is selected’does it flatter the diner’s subtlety of intelligence? Does it convey the appropriate commitment to the relationship? Who sits where? Who toasts whom and how? Who serves whom? Through these symbolic choices and gestures the ritual of dining cements and nurtures relationships.’ Autographed copies of Mones’ book will be available to purchase at the restaurant. The event is $70, $60 if you choose to drive separately. To reserve a place, call (310) 454-4063 or email connie@villagebooks.com.
Brady Hiete and Lauren Gaona Wed in August
Brady Hiete, son of Mary and Kurt Hiete of Pacific Palisades, married Lauren Gaona, daughter of John and Debbie Gonzales and Robert and Lisa Gaona, on August 4. The sunset wedding ceremony and dinner-dance reception took place at the Sherwood Country Club in Camarillo. Brittany Bierman, friend of the bride, was the maid of honor The bridesmaids included the bridegroom’s three sisters: Tracey, Tiffany, and Terri Hiete, and friends Breanne Henkleman, Taryn Hearst, Lana Tracy and Jen Hiete. The best man was the bridegroom?s brother Ryan Hiete. Groomsmen included Patrick Klein, Adam Nielson, Geoff Perry, Jonathan Stark, David Bozzi, and the bride’s two brothers, Jason and Jared Gaona. The flower girls included the bride?s sister Emily Gaona and her niece Piper Hiete. The ring bearer was nephew Bradley Hiete. The newlyweds honeymooned on Maui and Bora Bora. They are at home in Agoura Hills.
“Staging” A Home Vs. Buyer’s Psychology
Two Local Realtors Hire a Ph.D.
By Natalie Reichman and Ninkey Dalton Special to the Palisadian-Post We’ve all heard the news, read the newspapers and listened to the radio, and it’s the topic of conversations at cocktail parties: the changing market that we have entered in real estate for both buyers and sellers. Right here on the Westside and throughout America, lenders are taking a stance with potential buyers by tightening their criteria, and sellers are feeling the effects too–a smaller qualified buyer pool and larger down payments. Sellers are looking for ways to increase the desirability of their property and we’ve been able to guide them in taking a more objective viewpoint. It’s not enough to make sure the home is neat and tidy, with lovely furnishings. The home must have ‘that certain something’ that appeals to buyers and draws them in, and this requires a solid consumer-oriented plan that shows off the best aspects of the home while minimizing the drawbacks. As agents with Prudential California Realty in Pacific Palisades, we begin by seeing the house as a piece of merchandise, a product that needs to have a carefully constructed campaign to prepare for sale and to demonstrate the strengths of the property at the buyer’s first viewing. First, we analyze what currently exists in the home and make recommendations to our client about what should be eliminated, tidied, repainted, replanted, and reduced. At this point we bring in another member of our team, Julie Manz of Julie Manz Design, who has her doctorate in consumer psychology and certification in interior design. She specializes in marrying the art of good interior design with the science of human decision-making and consumer behavior. Together with the homeowner we carefully examine the house and grounds in its entirety to get a complete visual picture from the point of view of the consumer/buyer. We discuss the strengths and challenges of the property and devise a plan that can involve many options–from complete staging or partial staging to revising the current placement of specific furnishings. The goal of successful staging is harmonizing the interior of a home to secure an overwhelmingly positive response from potential buyers. This means combining various elements of style, good design principles and, most importantly, adding relevant consumer psychology to the equation. The home must have that certain something that appeals to buyers and draws them in. More than just lovely furnishings, a solid consumer-oriented plan must show off the best aspects while minimizing the drawbacks. There are no problem homes, just challenges waiting for solutions. Designing a home with the necessary elements to appeal to buyers is quite different from designing a home for individual clients. The first is an exercise in highly targeted mass marketing; the latter is an effort to create a living environment tailored to the needs of just one family. As agents, our objective is to mass-market a home to appeal to a wide audience with many varied tastes. One of our clients in Pacific Palisades had his home on the market for three months with no sale, even though the price had been reduced and continuous feedback from agents and buyers referred to the Spanish tile floors that were covered by luxurious and interesting rugs. In addition, some items were out of scale for the size of the rooms in which they were placed–either too large, too small or too many. We called in Julie to evaluate the situation. As soon as she came into the house, she immediately pinpointed a design conflict as we assessed the situation. She felt that the beautiful Spanish tile floors were in direct conflict with the carpets, giving the feeling there was something to hide. Her remedy was to remove the current carpets and neutralize the floors by using natural woven materials that complemented rather than covered the beauty of the tiles. She pointed out that the floors needed to be presented as an upgrade and a highly desirable design element, not an obstacle. Subsequently, the home sold within three weeks for a higher price. While the owners were not able to replace the floors, we were now able to assist buyers in seeing how they might be able to envision their furniture in this situation. Given the tightening criteria for loans, shifting home prices, the confusion of buyers, and sometimes the cloudy perception of sellers, the professional real estate agent is challenged to help, advise and guide both sellers and buyers on more complex levels than ever before. Our use of a consumer psychologist has proven to be an invaluable addition as we strive to sell a house at the best price in the shortest period of time. (Natalie Reichman and Ninkey Dalton work in the 881 Alma Real building and can be reached at (310) 230-3714. Julie Manz, Ph.D., of Julie Manz Design can be reached at (310) 383-8138.)
CLASSIFIED ADS FOR THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 1, 2007
HOMES WANTED 1b
9 HOMES LEFT. Condo Alternative PCH/Sunset. Up to 1,550 Sq. Ft. $199,000-$659,000. Some Completely Remodeled, Many Upgrades. Ocean Views, Wood Floors, New Fixtures. Sun Deck, Rec Center w/ Pool/Spa/Gym. Steps from the Sand. Agent Michelle Bolotin, (310) 230-2438 www.michellebolotin.com
PETITE PARADISE COVE MOBILE HOME. Steps to sand. Charming writer’s pad, surfer’s paradise retreat. Indoor/outdoor living. Light, airy, serene, fun. Fully furnished. Best deal in Malibu. Only $340,000. Call now: (310) 454-0920
COUNTRY LIVING in the Missouri Ozarks. Beautiful 800-acre m/l Ranch; Colonial 6 bd home. Great investment. $1,695,500. wwwbakerealty.com or (417) 469-2316. Baker Realty
HOMES WANTED 1b
WE BUY HOUSES, APTS & LAND! ALL CASH, AS-IS, FAST CLOSE. David, (310) 308-7887
FURNISHED HOMES 2
CHARMING COTTAGE, fully furnished, 1 bdrm, 1 ba, frplc, close to village & bluffs. Flexible terms. No pets. (310) 459-0765
SHORT TERM LEASE AVAILABLE for 6 months (Dec.-June). Contemporary Monterrey Colonial home in Palisades Village newly built. Main house has 3 bedrooms, 21⁄2 baths, & library. Master bedroom has walk-in closets and steam shower. Ocean views from the second floor. Large gourmet kitchen with indoor/outdoor dining area w/ huge custom door opening from ground to ceiling. Beautifully furnished. Hardwood floors throughout. Outdoor gas barbecue. Pool is heated, saline, & safety pool cover. Gorgeous detached pool house has separate 3/4 bath with shower, treadmill, & large sectional sofa w/ fold out queen bed. Projection system with DVD, cable TV, 8 ft. screen & full surround sound. Move-in condition fully equipped w/ linens, silverware, etc. $18,000/mo. Contact Steve Sawaii at (310) 979-4165
LOVELY 2 BD, 2 BA, wooded setting. Frpl, lndry cable, phone, DSL, gdner. Fully furn & equip. 3-?? Mos. N/S No pets. $2,570/mo. for EVERYTHING. (310) 454-2568
SUNSET MESA estate with KILLER VIEWS. Newly remodeled, close-in, Mid-Century, turn-key furnished with the VIEW! $6,500/mo. (760) 568-9426
UNFURNISHED HOMES 2a
SHORT TERM LEASE. Light filled spotless ranch style 2 bd, 1 bath updated kit, oak flrs, deck view of tree-filled property. Lg brick patio, W/D & gardener incl. 2-car garage w /side entry. Gated rear lot perfect for boat or RV storage. $3,450/mo. (310) 993-4007
OCEAN VIEWS 4 BDRM, 3 BA, office, den, large spa. Queen’s Necklace, quiet cul-de-sac. Available Sept. One year minimum. Some furniture. $6,500/mo. Call (310) 457-1522
UNFURNISHED APARTMENTS 2c
$2,500/mo. LARGE, LIGHT 1 bdrm, 1 ba, Mediterranean triplex near bluffs. Mucho charm! Unique touches. Built-in bookcases, cabinets, drawers, tile, hdwd. flrs, bay window, gar/gdn. 1 yr lease. N/P, N/S. (310) 829-6931
PRIVATE OCEAN VIEW GUESTHOUSE, partially furnished; small but cool; gated, tropical gardens, patio. Near old Getty villa. No pets, no smoking. $1,450/mo. Ready now. (310) 459-1983
CONDOS/TOWNHOMES FOR RENT 2d
NEW LOFT in Playa Vista. 2 bdrm, 2 ba +den. Security bldg. All new appliances. 1 mile from ocean & walking distance to LMU. $3,300/mo.+security. (310) 569-1190
PACIFIC PALISADES. Brand New Luxury Condo. Beautiful & Spacious with Natural Stone and Granite throughout. Gourmet kitchen, 2 fireplaces, walk-in closets, and balcony. 2 BR+2½ BA from 1,300 sq/ft starting at $3,950/mo. (310) 459-4682
1 Bdrm, 1 ba, PALISADES HIGHLANDS CONDO in unique senior bldg near ocean. Quiet, bright, view. Available immediately to qualified person over 62. $1,340/mo. (310) 926-9886
WANTED TO RENT 3b
USC PHD EUROPEAN female N/S, seeks private guesthouse, studio, 1 bdrm/rm Palisades, Santa Monica, Mar Vista. Kasia, (310) 625-0254
OFFICE WANTED TO RENT. Established (12 years) 1-person business looking for single office in the Palisades. Business has no customer traffic, multi-year lease OK. Willing to sublet with existing business. (310) 459-4282
OFFICE/STORE RENTALS 3c
PALISADES OFFICE SUITES available in the heart of the VILLAGE including 1) Single office suites with windows in each office and some with balconies and 2) Office suites ranging in size from 950 sf to 5,000 sf, all with large windows with great natural light. Amazing views of the Santa Monica mountains, private balconies and restrooms. Building amenities include high speed T1 internet access, elevator and secured, underground parking. Call Pietra at (310) 591-8789 or email leasing@hp-cap.com
OFFICES FOR SHORT to medium term sublet available with potential for long term with the right person in the heart of Pacific Palisades. Prefer media-oriented and creative ventures. Office furniture and many business tools included as well as potential use of world class recording studio. Available immediately. (310) 230-2050
OCEAN VIEW OFFICES for rent in creative suite on Sunset and PCH in Spectrum Club bldg. Near great restaurants. 3 brand new offices available now. DSL/fax and phone lines with call answering will be in. Furnishing available. Shared conference room, kitchen area. Just sit down and do business. $1,100 to $1,200/mo. Call Pam, Jen or Rob, (310) 230-6866
WRITER’S RETREAT. Large quiet office w/ large windows in a garden-like setting. DSL-TV, util. incl. Pvt ent. with full bath incl. (310) 702-1107
WRITER’S RETREAT. Fully furnished ocean view. Palisades Park. Internet, DVD, wireless, direct TV available, parking space available. Available immediately wkly/wkdys or monthly. maisonville@yahoo.com.
RENTAL SPACE, STORAGE 3d
STORAGE SPACE AVAILABLE for lease at The Atrium Building (860 Via de la Paz) in Palisades Village. Secured units ranging in size from 67 sf to 168 sf. Please contact Pietra @ (310) 591-8789 or email pietra@hp-capital.com
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 3f
FULL SERVICE Property Mgt. Co. To rent out &/or manage your house rental. No more tenant hassles. We Do It All. Illana, (310) 498-0468
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES 5
DOUBLE YOUR INCOME IN 90 DAYS! We will show you how to be self employed, earn executive level income and live the lifestyle you deserve! www.haveanamazinglife.com (800) 892-3165
INCOME PROPERTY 5b
WANTED: SOPHISTICATED INVESTORS to purchase highly desirable 5 bdrm, gate guarded, Mediterranean Ocean view home. (310) 947-1844
LOST & FOUND 6a
FOUND: BIKE. Friday, 10/26, off Las Casas. Call to identify. (310) 454-0575
BOOKKEEPING/ACCOUNTING 7b
BOOKKEEPER/PERSONAL ASSISTANT/Notary Public, personal bookkeeping & financial organizing, clerical duties, honest, reliable, discreet. Excellent references. Patti, (310) 720-8004
SMALL BUSINESS OR PERSONAL BOOKKEEPING. The Mess Untangler is again available in the Palisades. Fast, discreet, loyal, friendly, excellent references. saekorn@aol.com or (310) 570-6085
COMPUTER SERVICES 7c
COMPUTER SOLUTIONS & SUPPORT. HOME & BUSINESSWindows Vista/XP20 Yrs exp. frankelconsulting.com (310) 454-3886
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
GARAGE, ESTATE SALES 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
ORGANIZING SERVICES 7h
PERSONAL ASSISTANCE, ORGANIZATION & Bookkeeping. Superior services provided w/ discretion & understanding. Pali resident, local references. Call Sarah, (310) 573-9263
HOME INVENTORY SERVICES 7j
HOME INVENTORY SERVICES for FIRE THEFT, Earthquake, Wills/Estates, Rentals, Divorce. Incl video, photos & detailed reports. Pali resident. (310) 230-1437 www.homesweethomevideo.com
NANNIES/BABYSITTERS 8a
VIP NANNY AGENCY. “Providing very important people with the very best nanny.” • Baby Nurses • Birthing Coaches • Housekeepers. (818) 907-1017, (310) 614-3646
WEST LA NANNIES • Caring • Committed • TRUSTED • (310) 584-4555
PROFESSIONAL LOVING NANNY seeking F/T job. Last 7.5 years in Palisades. Excellent local references. Excellent driver. Clean DMV. Call Aida, (323) 496-4984
MOTHER’S HELPER available F/T or P/T tutor, babysitting, personal errands. Bachelor’s degree in Education. Excellent references. New Pali resident. Call Kim, (818) 251-0249
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 AVAIL MON-SAT. Good experience & refs. Cleaning service, includes laundry, ironing, closet organizer. Good with pets. Speak Spanish only. Magdalena, (323) 634-0736, (323) 527-4538
HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE Tuesday & Friday. Own car. Experienced, excellent local references. Call Ana, (323) 605-4218
HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE Tues., Wed. & Thurs. Very good local references. Own transportation, CDL. Call Ana, (323) 428-2947 or (323) 299-2381
HOUSEKEEPING/BABYSITTING. I am available Mon.-Sat. I have good references, am reliable and efficient. You can call Silvia at (323) 898-7186
ELDER CARE/COMPANIONS 10a
SUGAR & SPICE Nanny Service. Elder/child care. Experienced (special needs), Alzheimers & dementia. Can cook. Personal & house sitting. Call (323) 474-8943, (323) 758-6271
EUROPEAN CAREGIVER. Any days and some nights. Over 12 yrs experience in private homes, hospitals, convalescent homes. Excellent local references. Call Martine, (310) 458-3037 or (424) 214-9091
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) 498-5380. www.TheKingKoi.com
PRECISION LANDSCAPE SERVICES! Tired of mow, blow, let’s go! Specializing in fine maintenance • outdoor lighting • fertilizing • automatic timer repair & installation • artificial grass installation • hillside clean ups • new sod • sprinkler repair. Fair prices. (310) 696-6453
EDIBLE GARDENING CLUB: Now Forming. Get connected to other Pac Pal and Malibu edible gardeners to swap advice and visit gardens. Contact Wendy at wstretten@verizon.net or (310) 456-9520
GARDENING SERVICE • General maintenance Svcs • Sprinkler installation (manual & automatic) • Hillside cleanups • Tree service • New lawn (topping, pruning & removal) • Block/brick planters • Cement work • Free estimates • All work guaranteed. Daniel Velasco, Hm. (323) 934-9284, Cell (323) 839-0819
MOVING & HAULING 11b
BC HAULING & CLEAN-UP • Houses • Garages • Apts • & Yards. All junk removed. Home demolition, i.e., patios, yards & walls. Truck with liftgate. (310) 714-1838
HONEST MAN SERVICES. All jobs big or small. Hauls it all. Homes & businesses. 14’ van/dollies. 15th yr. Westside. Delivers to 48 states. (310) 285-8688
HAVE TRUCK WILL HAUL. Junk around house, brush, debris & stump removal. Lic. #685533. Brad, (310) 454-8646
TREE SERVICE 11d
DON’T PANIC, IT’S ORGANIC! Fall Special. 50% off all new local services with 6 mos. contract. Free housecall w/ mention of this ad. Since 1972. Natural pest control, lawn, roses, tree, pond, fruit trees, veg. gdns, natural spraying, whole property restoration, water mgmt & more as seen on PBS, NBC, CBS, YOUTUBE & more. Invisible Gardener Inc. (310) 457-4438. Doing it organically keeps the oceans clean. www. InvisibleGardener.com
HEALING ARTS 12
SOUND THERAPY for health & regeneration with Marion Mayer R.N.M.S.N.P. Using cutting edge sound healing technology of the Cyma1000. Cymatherapy is safe & effective for all types of ailments, physical & emotional. Specializing in Women’s Health & integrating Mind/Body techniques. Call for an appt. today. (310) 573-0400 or go to www.cymatherapy.com for more info.
MEDICAL BILL HELP 12e
We Get Rejected Medical Bills Paid! Any patient • Any bill • We fight for you • No Recovery • No Fee • (888) 8Medbill www.MedBillRecovery.com
WINDOW WASHING 13h
HAVING A PARTY? SELLING some real estate, or just want to do some spring cleaning? Get those WINDOWS SHINING by calling No Streak Window Cleaning where we offer fast friendly quality service you can count on! For a free estimate call Marcus, (323) 632-7207. Lic. #122194-49, Bonded
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
PET SERVICES/PET SITTING 14g
HAPPY PET • Dog Walking • Park Outings • Socialization • Insured. Connie, (310) 230-3829
PET HEAVEN • TOTAL PET CARE • Training. Walking. Playgroups and hikes. 30 years Pali resident. References. Call (310) 454-0058 for a happy dog!
DOG WALKER/SITTER. Available 24 hrs. Holiday special: 1st walk free. References. Patient. (310) 586-0162
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
PERSONAL TRAINER 15c
PEAK PERFORMANCE Fitness Training • Ivan Baccarat, A.C.E. Certified Personal Trainer • Body Shaping • Strength • Endurance • Prenatal/Post Partum • Cardio Kickboxing • Stretch/Flexibility • Plyometrics • Fat Loss • Core Work Individualized Program Design • 20 Yrs. Experience • Insured • References • Call for a free consultation: (310) 829-4428
SCHOOLS, INSTRUCTION 15d
NEED HELP WITH COLLEGE ADMISSIONS ESSAY? Recent graduate & professional writer available. Will help to perfect essay for admissions success. Call (310) 985-1607 or e-mail maxtaves@gmail.com
TUTORS 15e
A TUTOR FOR A JUMP START WITH SCHOOL. Children & adults. 25+ years teaching/tutoring exper. MATH, GRAMMAR, ESSAY WRITING & STUDY SKILLS. Formerly Sp. 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
READING SPECIALIST • Master of EducationReading and Learning Disabilities • Special Education Teaching Certificate: K-12 • Regular Education Teaching Certificate: K-9 • Elementary Education Teaching experience: 12 yrs • Services provided for special & regular education students of all levels • Academic areas taught include reading (phonics and reading comprehension) writing and spelling • Private tutoring includes accessing the student’s needs, developing an individualized education program and implementation of that program. Palisades resident. Call Brandi, (310) 230-9890
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 grades • Levels • Grammar • Conversational • SAT • Children, adults • Great references. Noelle, (310) 273-3593
SPANISH TUTOR CERTIFIED TEACHER for all levels. Has finest education, qualifications, 20 yrs exper. Palisades resident, many good references, amazing system, affordable rates. Marietta, (310) 459-8180
TUTORING & HOMEWORK HELP. Teacher with credentials in Elementary, Special Ed., and Reading. Masters in Education & 23 years teaching experience including 2 years as Reading Recovery specialist. Palisades resident. Affordable rates. Diana, (310) 717-5472 dianaleighw@yahoo.com
CREDENTIALED MATH & STUDY SKILLS TEACHER (BA-UCSD, M.Ed-UCLA, PhD Candidate-USC) Tutor K-College. Most subjects. 15 years recent classroom experience in the Palisades. Libby, (310) 963-0093
SPANISH TUTOR & PALISADES resident from South America is back in town! All ages, students, housewives, travellers, business people, all professionals, SAT & AP Prep. Call (310) 741-8422
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
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
FENCES 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.
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
HART HARDWOOD FLOORING. Best pricing. Sr. discounts, quality workmanship. Bamboo, maple, oak and laminate. Installation & refinishing. Call for free quote. Lic. #763767. Ron, (310) 308-4988
GOLDEN HARDWOOD FLOORS. Professional Installation and refinishing. National Wood Flooring Association member. License #732286. Plenty of local references. (877) 622-2200 • www.goldenhardwoodfloors.com
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
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 • 53 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. Ref’s. 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
WALLPAPER REMOVAL • REPAIR • INSTALLATION • Plus minor household repairs. 32 years in business. Lic. #576445. Owen Cruickshank, (310) 459-5485
PLASTERING, DRYWALL 16s
THE WIZARD OF WALLS • Invisible repairs • Popcorn on/off • Textures • Paintings • Renovations • Plumbing • Wallpaper • Stucco repair • Instant quotes. 35 yrs experience. (310) 633-4042
PLUMBING 16t
BOTHAM PLUMBING AND HEATING. Lic. #839118. (310) 827-4040
JLK PLUMBING. Re-pipe and sewer specialist & all plumbing repairs. Mention this ad & receive 10% off. Lic. #722414. Call (310) 678-6634
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
D SQUARE CONSTRUCTION. Bonded, Insured. Local resident, local references. St. Lic. #822701 B, C-33. David R. Dwyer, (310) 699-7164
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, (310) 230-2930
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DRIVERS: 150K PER YEAR-TEAMS!Earn more plus GREAT Benefits! Western Regional Solo and Team Runs. Werner Enterprises, (800) 346-2818 x123
SUPERSTAR HOUSEKEEPER WANTED. We are looking for an experienced live-out Housekeeper to start immediately. Tues., Thursday & Saturday. Must be flexible on hours. We have one school-age child and a small dog. Must have good English, driver’s license and own car. Must be organized and have great references. Job includes laundry, ironing, closet organization, cleaning, running errands and simple meal prep. Please call (310) 780-8622
DERMATOLOGY OFFICE. Front and back office. Computer knowledge. Experience preferred. Refs. required. F/T. Fax resume: (310) 459-1014
RESTAURANT HIRING CREW members. Mgmt potential for right candidate. Noah’s Bagels. Call Peter, (310) 230-1461. Competitive pay & free bagels!
ACCOUNTANT OR EXP bookkeeper needed for PP estate planning firm. Exp in tax prep, trust acct and/or 706 work a plus. Congenial personality a must. Part/flex time available. E-mail resume and salary req to bjornson@3destateplanning.com
BABYSITTER/MOTHER’S HELPER wanted Mon. & Fri. a.m. & occasional weekend hrs. 10-12 hrs/wk. Must have own car, CDL, fluent English & love to play. Two energetic home schooled children. 11 & 7 yrs. $12/hr. (310) 454-0992
DOG WALKER WANTED immediately to walk an adorable Yorkie & a very sweet & smart Aussie. Tuesday & Friday afternoons for 1 hr in Castellammare area of Palisades. $15 per walk. (310) 573-6288
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ANTIQUE ENGLISH & Swedish pine furniture for sale. Unique pieces. Email csahern@verizon.net for prices and pictures.
AUTOS 18b
CASH 4 MERCEDES BENZ/BMW $$. 1980-1995, running or not. Any questions, please call (310) 995-5898
2003 ACURA TL, white with beige leather. Local, professional owner. Perfect condition, 61,000K. ABS Anti-lock, air, alloys, Bose 6 CD changer, moonroof. $15,600. Steve, (310) 459-5662
GARAGE, ESTATE SALES 18d
HUGE MOVING SALE! Great furniture/furnishings/ overstuffed sofas/DR tables/chairs/dressers, book shelves, head boards/African masks/china/glassware/tchotchkes/collectibles. FRI.-SAT., Nov. 2-3, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. 17847 Porto Marina (Off PCH/1st lite N. of Gladstone’s). Photos/info www.bmdawson.com
MISCELLANEOUS 18g
FOREST LAWN, HOLLYWOOD HILLS Hillside “Lincoln Terrace” companion plot. Currently selling for $15,400. Asking $5,900 neg. (310) 454-0893
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WANTED: Old tube guitar amplifiers, working or not. ‘50s, ‘60s, etc. Tommy, (310) 895-5057 • profeti2001@yahoo.com
6 (ca.1170) E-Indian RARE COINS Old/New Int’l collecting since 1969. 1075 (coins), 1300 (stamps), 619 (wacky collectibles). Serious buyers. Call Ehsan Syed, (562) 468-0533, Mon.-Fri. only 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Judy Mazel, 63, Diet Book Author
Judy Mazel, longtime Pacific Palisades resident and author of the 1981 best selling diet book “The Beverly Hills Diet,” has passed away October 12 of complications from peripheral vascular disease. She was 63. In May 24, 1981 ”The Beverly Hills Diet” made its debut on the New York Times bestseller list in the number-four nonfiction spot. It continued to be in the top 10 on the bestsellers list for 28 weeks through December 13, 1981. It sold over a million copies and went to a 10th printing by publisher Macmillan Press. She went on to write a number of books including ‘The New Beverly Hills Diet,’ ‘Recipes to Forever,’ ‘Slim and Fit Kids: Raising Healthy Children in a Fast-Food World.’ In addition she served as a diet consultant to people around the world helping them get in touch with their skinny selves via her ClubSlim and CyberSkinny Internet site. Born in Chicago in 1943, Mazel was the youngest of three daughters and the only fat person in a family of skinnies. She went to California as a young woman eager to become an actress. Her first role was in the 1977 comedy “Can I Do It ‘Till I Need Glasses?” where she appeared as herself. As she struggled to gain attention as an actress, she made it her mission to maintain her petite frame and proportionate weight. Availing herself of diet pills, thyroid medication, diuretics, mood changers, and cigarettes in a futile attempt to get thin, she was hospitalized and pronounced “incurably fat.” As she experimented with weight-loss techniques, she drastically reduced her weight from 180 pounds to 108 pounds and began her life’s mission to help other people keep trim. In 2004 she was an honored guest at the opening of the Palisades Branch Library as one of the Pacific Palisades authors. Mazel is survived by her sisters Carol Friduss of Chicago and Ann (husband Melvin) Manaster of La Jolla. As a long-time devotee and volunteer at the Self-Realization Lake Shrine, Mazel was honored at a memorial service at the Lake Shrine Windmill Chapel.
Leonard Vernon, 89, Photography Collector
Leonard Vernon, known for his generosity in exhibiting his extensive photography collection, died peacefully in his sleep on October 28. He was 89. He and his wife and partner of 42 years Marjorie lived in Pacific Palisades, where they raised their three children until moving to Bel-Air in 1976. The Brooklyn native was a fiercely loyal Dodgers fan. He was also a lifelong member of B’nai B’rith, and was active in a number of local men’s organizations; he also found time to coach his son’s Little League team. An amateur photographer, Vernon had been interested in photography since he was a teenager in Brooklyn and always knew who was famous and who was doing interesting work. Until the time of Marjorie’s death in 1998, the couple had been collecting photographs that they loved regardless of famous names or subject matter. ‘We were interested in the beauty of the piece and the feelings about the pictures, what it said to us; it could be old, it could be new,’ Vernon told the Palisadian-Post in 1999. The couple shared an interest in the arts and opened, first to the family and ultimately to their community, a unique exposure to photography as art through the support of public venues and by sharing their extensive photography collection with students, friends and aficionados. In 1999, 150 of their 5,000 prints were exhibited at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Vernon will be remembered for his many civic and philanthropic endeavors including his board memberships with the Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles, the Museum of Photographic Art in San Diego, Friends of Photography in San Francisco, Operation USA, and past president of the United Nations Association. He is survived by his children, Barry, Carol Turbin (husband Bob) and Robert; granddaughter Melissa (husband Kyle) Cohne and great-grandson Aiden Cohne. Funeral services were held at Hillside Memorial Park.
Louis H. Hruby, 94; Notre Dame Supporter
Long-time Palisades resident Lou Hruby, 94, passed away on October 12. He was born on July 27, 1913 and grew up in a family of musicians. His father and uncles were members of the Hruby Orchestra that toured United States and Europe. ‘I tried every instrument I could, but it never took,’ he told the Palisadian-Post in an interview in May. Instead Hruby entered Notre Dame University in 1931, where he met legendary football coach Knute Rockne. He graduated in 1935 with a degree in commercial science (business degree) and served as class secretary until his death. After graduation, he began a distinguished career with the General Electric Company; before he retired in 1977, he was the regional manager of the 17-state Western area and in charge of 12 salesmen who worked in various areas of marketing for the lighting division. After living in numerous cities, Hruby moved his family to Pacific Palisades in 1955. They became members of Corpus Christi Catholic Church and their youngest children’Elizabeth, Joseph and Martha–graduated from Corpus Christi School. Their oldest child, Mary, had already graduated having attended eight different schools because of Hruby’s constant job relocations. Hruby was predeceased by his wife Elizabeth C. Hruby, daughter Elizabeth A. Hruby and son Joseph M. Hruby, as well as siblings Mary Louise and Joseph Hruby. He is survived by Mary L. Hruby of Los Angeles and Martha C Bredon of Sausalito, and sister Jane H. Hanlon of Columbus, Ohio and Thomas F. Hruby of Houghton, Michigan, as well as numerous relatives, friends and neighbors. A funeral mass was held on October 18 at Corpus Christi. Donations in his memory may be made to the Dome Scholarship, Notre Dame University, Attn: Dan Reagan, 304A Main Building, Notre Dame, IN 46556, or to Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Attn: Msgr. Liam Kidney 880 Toyopa Dr., Pacific Palisades, CA. 90272.
Council Accepting Service Award Nominations
Deadline is Saturday, Nov. 3
The Pacific Palisades Community Council is now accepting nominations for its annual Community Service Award. The purpose of the award is to honor long-term and continuing outstanding volunteer service by an individual to a Palisades neighborhood or to the community-at-large. All applications must be received by Saturday, November 3. Any organization or individual in the community may nominate a candidate. There is no limit on the number of nominations an individual or organization may submit. Only nominations submitted specifically for this award are eligible for consideration, although the nomination may be supported by materials written for other awards. Nominations must be submitted in writing to Council Chairman Steve Boyers at P.O. Box 1131, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 or by email (SRBoyers@aol.com) in accordance with the time frame suggested below. The recipient must be an individual. Each recipient’s service should be of a voluntary nature and not merely the beneficial outcome of official or business-related work in which the recipient is engaged. The award shall be chosen and prepared by the committee and presented to the recipient(s) at the council’s December Pot-luck meeting. The recipient(s) and their family members shall be guests of the PPCC. The Palisades Americanism Parade Association (PAPA) shall be notified of the names of recipients so they may be included in the July 4 Parade.
Rec and Parks: Frontera Drive Will Stay Open
Less than half of the parking options proposed by residents for the unfinished 40-acre Potrero Canyon Park that extends from below the Palisades Recreation Center off Toyopa Drive to Pacific Coast Highway were approved by Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks West Region Superintendent Debby Rolland. Closing Frontera Drive, a favored option of Huntington Palisades residents, was not approved. At a Potrero Canyon Advisory Committee meeting held last week, Chairman George Wolfberg discussed the 12 options that had been presented to Rolland at a September 11 meeting and her response to each. ‘You’re not going to close Frontera,’ Rolland told Wolfberg. ‘It will remain open, because it is already an existing parking lot,’ Rolland later told the Palisadian-Post. ‘We already have parking issues because of the library, the business community and schools. We don’t want to remove what we already have; it doesn’t make any sense.’ Although closing Frontera is not an option for Rolland, she approved several other parking possibilities, including re-striping the parking lot off Alma Real, as well as adding spaces by cutting into the center island in front of the old gym and enlarging the driveway near the picnic tables. It was suggested that a driveway gate and ranger booth be added at the entrance to the parking lot in an effort to turn away non-park users. That was fine with Rolland, but she told Wolfberg that Rec and Parks did not have money to pay for a ranger. There was concern that people would park at the Rec Center and then walk the mile down to PCH and run across the highway to the beach to avoid paying the $7 state beach parking fee. Temescal Canyon Road was cited as an example. It was pointed out that since the Will Rogers State Beach parking lot re-opened this past summer, parking along Temescal had dwindled. The Coastal Commission permit for Potrero, granted in 1996, mandated certain requirements, which include no fewer than 10 and no more than 30 parking spaces, as well as restroom facilities. Rolland is hopeful that if additional parking is found near the Rec Center, the condition will be met and there will be no need to provide for parking at PCH. If that is not the case, two PCH parking options were presented. The first was parking and a restroom at the old Occidental site adjacent to Potrero Canyon. Rolland nixed that option because of public safety and the maintenance cost of the required restroom. Rolland approved the option of using existing Will Rogers State Beach parking and restrooms if a bridge could be built across PCH. Not everyone in the audience was happy with Rolland’s choices. ‘Access at Frontera continues to be a lighting rod for residents of the Huntington,’ Huntington resident Pat Ramsey told the committee. He asked Wolfberg what would happen if the Potrero committee voted for one of the options Rolland opposed. ‘She would probably overturn it,’ Wolfberg said. ‘It would be divisive,’ Rolland said. ‘We understand their concerns, but we have to look at the bigger picture. The park is for all the residents, not just the residents who live next to it, but also for those that live a half-mile a way, a mile away or further. ‘We try to mitigate concerns,’ Rolland added. ‘We appreciate the input and the advice, but that’s what it is’advice.’ ‘How much weight does she have?’ Ramsey wondered about Rolland’s authority’could people appeal to Councilman Rosendahl’s office? Wolfberg told the audience that individual council members couldn’t set policy for the Department of Recreation and Parks. There was no one from Councilman Rosendahl’s office at the meeting. His office was contacted, but had not responded by press time. ‘If the actual decision about the park is constrained by Rolland and the Coastal Commission, we may need to make the second-best alternative,’ said Richard Cohen, vice-chairman of Pacific Palisades Community Council. Wolfberg agreed with Cohen’s assessment. ‘We’re going to have to find the alternatives that are the least worst,’ he said. ‘With the way this is going with the Rec and Parks person,’ Ramsey said, ‘I would say that Friends [a street with a west border to the park] and other neighborhoods would have to share the traffic burden with the Huntington.’ ‘None of us will be alive when this project is finished,’ said Palisades resident Ted Mackie. Rolland was more optimistic. ‘It is moving forward, slowly, but it is moving forward.’ At the November 28 meeting, parking options will be voted upon by the sub-committee. During the January meeting, the entire committee will vote. For a list of options, visit www.potrero.info.