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Locals Dominate on Home Courts

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Caroline Kolin dominated the Girls 12s singles division at last weekend's Palisades Tennis Center Junior Satellite tournament. Photo by Heidi Wessels
Caroline Kolin dominated the Girls 12s singles division at last weekend’s Palisades Tennis Center Junior Satellite tournament. Photo by Heidi Wessels

The Palisades Tennis Center courts were filled this weekend as over 150 kids from throughout Southern California participated in the PTC’s first annual Spring Junior Satellite tournament. More than 50 Palisadians, some of whom had never even picked up a racquet, flocked to the PTC along with players from as far away as Simi Valley, Laguna Niguel, Westlake, Valencia, Thousand Oaks, Ladera Ranch and San Clemente, to compete in 17 different divisions. The public facility on Alma Real was packed with fans all weekend for an event in which 12 local kids won singles and doubles events and 13 more reached the finals in their respective divisions. “We couldn’t be more pleased with the success of this event,” said PTC Director of Tennis and tournament organizer Ivan Lauzon. “It was so neat to see the hillside filled with parents, relatives and friends watching all of this great tennis. And the kids themselves loved it.” In one of the closest matches of the tournament, PTC standout Harry Cohen nearly beat top-seeded Lucas Bellamy in the Boys 8-and-under division final on Sunday. Cohen, a student at Marquez Elementary, led 5-0 in the third set tiebreaker before Bellamy won 12-10. The match was full of long rallies and lasted over three hours. Winning was a family affair for the Kogans. Fourteen-year-old Samantha, an eighth-grader at Paul Revere, won the Girls 16s while her brother Jackson, 10, a fifth-grader at Marquez, captured the Boys 10s. After beating Nora Hoeger of Redondo Beach 6-1, 6-4 on Friday, Samantha topped third-seeded Justine Mendes 7-5, 6-1 in the semifinals on Saturday. She faced top-seeded Sunia Riggins of Beverly Hills High in Sunday’s final and prevailed 7-6, 6-4. Jackson, who started playing tennis just a few months ago, was unseeded in his division but gutted-out three close matches on his way to the title. First, he beat Chad Le Duff of Valencia, 7-6, 7-5. In the semifinals, he edged fellow Palisadian Ryan Metzler in a third-set tiebreaker and in the finals Jackson ousted second-seeded Gabriel Rappaport 10-2 in a third-set super tiebreaker. The 10s was a strong division for local girls as well. Palisadians Katie Winkenhower and Ilana Oleynik each advanced the semifinals. To the delight of the home crowd, Oleynik went on to beat Juliana Simon of Los Angeles in a third set tiebreaker in the championship match. One division that wasn’t close was the Girls 12s’thanks to PTC standout Caroline Kolin, who did not lose a set on the way to the title. PTC player Perry Zaret was up early in the Girls 14s final Sunday morning and nearly upset Taylor Vallee of Palos Verdes before the top seed’s consistency took over. Joel Suchil showed why he is one of the PTC’s most promising talents, playing near-flawless tennis on his way to winning the Boys 16s division. Thanks to his booming left-handed serves and rocket forehands, Suchil rolled through to the finals, where he needed a third set tiebreaker to prevail over Carlos Flores of Inglewood. In the Girls 16s, Genna Rochlin reached the semifinals while fellow Palisades High player Rose Schlaff produced the event’s most lopsided final score with a 6-0, 6-1 victory over Deb Shamsian of Los Angeles in the Girls 18s Palisadians dominated the doubles draws as well. The Boys 8s featured four players from Corpus Christi, as Will Bantle teamed with William Winkenhower to beat partners Christian Gambale and Roscoe Bellamy in straight sets. Despite taking up the sport less than a year ago, Gambale showed the saavy of a seasoned veteran. In another all-PTC final, Ryan Metzler and Sam Sherman beat Zaven Dadian and Lucas Bellamy on Sunday. Playing his fourth match of the day, Bellamy persevered despite spending over seven hours on the court. Metzler’s retrieving ability meshed well with Sherman’s blazing forehands and both are among the PTC’s fastest-improving players. In the Boys 12s final, locals Hagen Smith and Chris Soffer gave the Mariano Twins from Los Angeles all they could handle before falling 6-2, 7-6. In the Girls 16s, the PTC’s Genna Rochlin and Marina Sterngold beat fellow Palisadians Rose Schlaff and Amy Goore in the semifinals before losing a nailbiter, 13-11, in a third set tiebreaker against sisters Sunia and Akasia Riggins of Los Angeles.

Gilmore Tops Americans at Boston Marathon

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The more important the race, the better Peter Gilmore seems to run. It can’t get much better than Monday morning for the former Palisades High cross country and track star, who was the first American finisher at the 111th Boston Marathon. Of course, his ultimate goal is to qualify for the 2008 Olympics, but finishing eighth in a field of 23,870 that included many of the world’s top distance runners is a huge confidence boost as he prepares for the U.S. men’s trials in November. “It was a strange race,” Gilmore told Runner’s World after the race. “I’ve finished 10 marathons and this was so unique. I’ve never had a race where I felt so in control of my breathing and heart rate, but my legs were in so much pain, they just wouldn’t function. My brain was telling them to go, but they just wouldn’t respond.” Gilmore, 29, completed the 26.2-mile course in two hours, 16 minutes and 41 seconds, almost four minutes slower than the personal best of 2:12:45 he ran at Boston last year when he finished seventh. However, strong winds and rain forced this year’s contenders to adopt a more cautious strategy. Gilmore showed guts by deciding to take the lead over the world class Kenyans with 12 miles to go, although he was eventually overtaken. Robert Cheruiyot of Kenya won for the third time in 2:14:13. Running with Jason Lehmkuhle of Minnesota, Gilmore hoped to surprise the Kenyans by surging to the front. “We went hard for a mile, but the pack didn’t let us get away,” Gilmore said. “When I looked behind and saw they were still there, I just took a 20-second breather to let them come back.” The brisk pace took its toll on Lehmkuhle, who dropped out before the finish. Gilmore, however, posted his third top-10 finish at the world’s oldest annually contested marathon. He was 10th in 2005 in 2:17:32 and was the second American finisher. In 2006, he was the fourth fastest American. “I was seventh last year, so I wanted to finish seventh or higher this year,” said Gilmore, who currently lives in San Mateo where he works part-time as a special education teacher. He recently worked with Coach Jack Daniels at Northern Arizona University’s Altitude Training Center in Flagstaff. Gilmore has won the Palisades-Will Rogers 5K eight times and set the course record of 14:10 in 2003. Two other Palisadians also completed Monday’s race. Richard Griffin, 36, finished in 3:59:34 and Dana Holcomb, 47, finished in 4:04:33.

Track Team Laps Fairfax

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Lauren Gustafson blazes around a turn on her way to winning her heat in the 400 meters during last Friday's dual meet against Fairfax at Stadium by the Sea.
Lauren Gustafson blazes around a turn on her way to winning her heat in the 400 meters during last Friday’s dual meet against Fairfax at Stadium by the Sea.
Photo by Rich Schmitt, Staff Photographer

If victories were measured in distance rather than points, the Palisades High track team would be winning the Western League by a country mile. As it is, the Dolphins are undefeated in three league meets, having outscored University, Venice and Fairfax by large margins. “Our first real test will be the City prelims,” Pali Coach Ron Brumel said. “That’s where we’ll see what we’re made of.” All of the Dolphins’ relay teams have been impressive and Palisades’ superior numbers allows it to fill every event to pick up additional points. Carlos Bustamante has been a standout for the frosh/soph boys, Jann Stavro (who finished second in the 400 last Friday against Fairfax) is a key contributor for the varsity boys and freshman Lauren Gustafson has stood out in both the 200 and 400 meters for the girls varsity. Swimming The Dolphins swept all four divisions in Monday’s Western League meet against Hamilton. Pali’s frosh/soph boys won 74-0, the frosh/soph girls won 110-12, the varsity boys won 120-27 and the varsity girls won 124-18. “This was our third competitive meet in four days,” Pali Coach Maggie Nance said. “We swam off events as it was not a very competitive meet. The kids weren’t happy about swimming things that they don’t swim normally, but it was interesting and they did well.” Against rival Venice last Friday, Pali’s frosh/soph girls won 108-31, the frosh/soph boys lost 89-50, the varsity girls won 104-74 and the varsity boys lost 104-74. Palisades’ last dual meet is Monday against LACES. Baseball Johnny Bromberg threw a no-hitter with seven strikeouts and hit two home runs as the Dolphins routed host University 11-0 in five innings on Monday to remain undefeated in the Western League. Austin Jones led off the game with a home run, Garrett Champion and Oliver Goulds each went three-for-three (Goulds had a double and a homer), Cole Cook hit a two-run homer and Jonathan Moscot hit two doubles. Boys Tennis The Dolphins clinched the Western league title with a 6-1 victory at windy Venice last Thursday. Sepehr Safii and Mason Hays lost the first set and survived a match point in the second to win at No. 1 doubles. It was the 820th career victory for Coach Bud Kling. Palisades (18-3 overall, 10-0 in league) wraps up league play next Wednesday against Fairfax. Boys Volleyball Led by Jordan Cohen’s 11 kills, the Dolphins swept Hamilton 25-15, 25-11, 25-13 last Wednesday to remain in the hunt for the Western League title. The Hamilton had stretched the Dolphins to five games in their first encounter. Palisades finished league play Wednesday at Westchester. Lacrosse The Dolphins rebounded from their first loss of the season (to Downey) with impressive road victories over Beverly Hills (14-10), Chadwick (9-7) and Harvard-Westlake (13-7).

CLASSIFIED ADS FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 12, 2007

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HOMES FOR SALE 1

CHARMING ROMANTIC CLIFFTOP cottage with incredible 180° unobstructed view of magnificent California coastline located across from the beach in Pacific Palisades mobil home park. Absolutely MUST SEE! Owner moving to Europe. Call for details agent Franklin (818) 577-7116.

HOMES WANTED 1b

WE BUY HOUSES, APTS & LAND! ALL CASH, AS-IS, FAST CLOSE. David, (310) 308-7887

UNFURNISHED HOMES 2a

UNFURN/FURN 1 bdrm, 13/4 ba, guest quarters. Ocean views, office, like new kit/ba, limestone flrs, behind gates. $3,000/mo., util incl. 6 mos or longer. Call agent Holly Davis, (310) 230-7377

PACIFIC PALISADES HOME. 2 bdrm, 2 ba, new carpet and paint, rear deck. Walk to beach, steps to pool. $2,500/mo. (310) 454-7557

MID-CENTURY ARCHITECTURAL 3 BR, 2 BA in prime Palisades location, private wooded lot, outdoor patio and play area, 2 fireplaces, wood floors, built-ins, marble/granite finishes, approx. 1,900 sq. ft. $5,500/mo. (310) 230-7901

PALISADES RENTAL: Available for 4 months. 2 bdrm, 2 ba, close to village, $3,500/mo. (818) 879-0149

BEAUTIFUL CANYON VIEW. 2 bdrm, 13/4 ba, refrigerator, D/W, W/D, carpet, big storage area, garage, near bluffs, pets ok. $3,700/mo. (310) 230-9479

STUNNING 4-BDRM Malibu home w/ amazing views, decks, balconies, landscaped yard, jacuzzi, 2-car gar. Incl appls, monthly housekeeping, weekly gardener. $5,300/mo. Avail May 1. Catherine, (310) 487-3018

UNFURN/FURN 3 BR, 2 BA home in Huntingtons. Lg yd, hw floors. Next to park and village. 14 month lease starting July 1. $4,300/mo. (310) 459-1051

MID-CENTURY MODERN 3+2 Brentwood home. Very hip open floor plan. Great light, F/P in living room. Liv/rm & 2 bdrms have sliding glass doors to backyard. Large lot, spacious & quiet. Canyon Elem. School District. 1372 Allenford Ave. $5000/mo Isabelle Mizrahi Prudential (310) 230-3720

SANTA Monica Canyon rim, CHARMING, 3 bdrm, 3 ba traditional home. Very clean & well maintained. Large grassy front & back lawns. $6500/mo. 101 Larkin Place. Isabelle Mizrahi, Prudential, (310) 230-3720

UNFURNISHED APARTMENTS 2c

PALISADES STUDIO with full kitchen, stove, refrigerator, new paint, sunny with view, carpet, blinds, laundry, storage, one year lease, NO PETS, NON SMOKER. $985/mo. (310) 477-6767

LARGE 2 BDRM+2 BA, carpet, w/d, dishwasher, balcony, walk-in closet, F/P. Village close, controlled access bldg. $2,895/mo. Call (310) 230-4110

UNUSUAL 1800 SQ FT upper apt. in Mediteranean tri-plex near bluffs. 2bdrm + bonus/rm, 1ba, tiles, wood floors, plantation shutters, frplc, ceiling fans, garden. $3500/mo N/S, no pets. (31)-804-3142

BRENTWOOD Charming “Retro” mini penthouse. Upper front 1 bdrm + small office. Golf course, view, woodburning fireplace, shutters. Completely redone, new stainless appliance, new carpet, small building, enclosed garage, no pets $2150/mo (310) 826-7960

CONDOS/TOWNHOMES FOR RENT 2d

EXQUISITE OCEAN VIEW 2+2 condo close to town. 1/2 blk to bch. 1,200 s.f. Newly remodeled w/ granite/marble hdwd flrs, hi ceils, lg dk, huge clsts. W/D, gar. $3,700/mo. (310) 230-4200. www.malibucoastline.com.

WANTED TO RENT 3b

A KNOWER OF “THE SECRET” desires living quarters in Palisades area, donated by someone who desires her companionship or wishes to support her peace activism and memoir writing while she substitute teaches at Palisades Charter High School, known affectionately as “The Quote Lady.” Call (310) 425-5433

10-YEAR PALISADES RESIDENT seeks guest house. Quiet responsible gainfully employed. N/S. (310) 387-6211

TEACHER SINGLE MALE looking for unfurnished guest house. Longtime resident of Malibu/Pacific Palisades. Internet access required, quiet. Ideal rent $1000/mo, references available. Call Tim (310) 433-9610

LOOKING FOR room in guesthouse in exchange for cleaning and cooking. Own transportation, CD#L. References (310) 691-3787

OFFICE/STORE RENTALS 3c

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE in professional building in Palisades village. Completely renovated. 862 sq ft. Call Ness, (310) 230-6712 x105

SANTA MONICA 8-LAWYER SUITE has one window office now available for lease overlooking Clover Park. $1,500/mo incl. parking. Additional optional amenities: online library with public records, conference room, fax, photo copier, DSL, kitchen, etc at cost. Call Peter, (310) 450-9582 x214

PALISADES OFFICES FOR RENT, 2nd floor. 15115 1/2 Sunset Blvd. Across from Ralphs. $950/mo. and 1 furnished office, $650/mo. (310) 459-0765

SUBLEASE AVAILABLE NOW: 17383 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades. Approx 1,458 sq. ft. The office space is broken up into 6 separate areas, which includes an incredible ocean view. Please contact Elissa @ (310) 390-2340

PALISADES OFFICE spaces avail in the heart of the VILLAGE. 1) 250 sf with views of the Santa Monica mountains. Best suite in building. 2) 750 sf. 2 room suite and reception area with large windows, great natural light, balcony. Elevator and Parking. Call ( (310) 591-8789 or e-mail leasing@hp-cap.com.

RENTAL SPACE, STORAGE 3d

PARKING SPACES AVAILABLE in the village. 60 spaces available for rent by either a business owner (eg. restaurants) or individual spots. Available only nights & weekends. (310) 591-8789

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES 5

TIRED OF WORKING MORE FOR LESS? Reverse it! Exceptional income opportunity. Proven system. Serious enquiries: (888) 699-7696 www.FreedomisaDecision.com

BOOKKEEPING/ACCOUNTING 7b

NEED HELP WITH PAPER & BILLS? I can help you with bookkeeping, bank rec, filing, online banking,etc. Know Quicken, Quickbooks, MAC & PC. $30/hr. with a 2 hr minimum. Call Allison at (310) 428-5935

COMPUTER SERVICES 7c

COMPUTER SOLUTIONS & SUPPORT • HOME & BUSINESS–20 Years Microsoft Experience • HELPING WITH: Windows XP–Windows Media Center. www.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. Enjoy Problem-Free Computing. 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

NCS COMPUTER SERVICES. HOME & BUSINESS • SAME DAY ONSITE • COMPUTER REPAIR, NETWORKING, WIRELESS • 10% DISC MENTION OF AD. CALL (310) 729-6845

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

CLARE’S SECRETARIAL SERVICES: Business support company specializing in the organization of your home or office. Trained in U.K. References available. (310) 430-6701

OVERLOADED WITH CLUTTER? All Areas Organized can restore order to any home, office or garage w/ effective organizing solutions. In-cluding: paper management, desk overhauls, home office set-ups, clutter control, closet organization, filing & storage systems. Save time, energy, money & space while reducing stress! Professional, reliable & non-judgmental. Locally based in Pacific Pali-sades. Call (310) 562-7271 for consultation. Mem-ber National Association of Professional Organizers.

PERSONAL ASSISTANCE, ORGANIZATION & bookkeeping. Superior services provided with discretion & understanding. Pali resident, local references. Call Sarah, (310) 573-9263

PERSONAL ASSISTANT. Michelle Gellman-Ellis. From organizing your day to organizing your life—as well as everything in between. Multi-tasked and detail oriented, I will help you achieve calm from chaos. References available • Flexible hours. Phone: (310) 476-0098. e-mail: projectguru4u@adelphia.net

HOME INVENTORY SERVICES 7j

HOME INVENTORY SERVICES for fire, theft, earthquake, wills/estates, rentals, divorce. Includes video, photos & detailed reports; Palisades resident. (310) 230-1437 • www.homesweethomevideo.com

NANNIES/BABYSITTERS 8a

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

INFANT/CHILD OR elder care. Wednesdays & Thursdays available. Excellent references. Reasonable rates. Call Lydia, (323) 238-0416

INFANT/CHILD/ELDER care. Experience. References, available M-S, full time, speak English, college education. Call Ana (310) 606-0024.

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 TEAM available Mon. Wed. Sat. My son & I are great cleaners. Local references. Cell (818) 231-4414, hm, (818) 891-2814

HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE M-F, part-time, own transportation. Local references. Call Adriana, hm, (310) 915-9782 or cell (310) 848-3978

MY GREAT HOUSEKEEPER is looking for 3 days per week, Tues/Wed/Thurs. Wonderful references. (323) 877-7470

HOUSEKEEPERS TEAM available Monday-Friday. My sisters and I have experience and references. Own transportation. Call Lidia (323) 957-0840 or (323) 898-9912.

HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE to clean your home Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday. Great references. Please call Martina (323) 877-6053 or (818) 693-2231

HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE Wednesday, Thursday &## Saturday. Experienced, very good references. Call Lorena cell (213) 864-4903 or (213) 386-0870.

HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE Tues. Wed. Thurs. & Sat. Own transportation, CDL, insured. Very good references. Call Emily (323) 580-7882 or (323) 570-7398.

Great Nanny/Housekeeper available Tues thru Fri from 8 – 11:30 AM.  Marina: 213-215-6052.  References avail upon request.

HOUSEKEEPER•BABYSITTER Available Mon-Fri. Own transport. Very good local refs. Call Connie (323) 898-7056

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 gar-den-ing. Japanese Koi fish. Filtration pond service, repair & maintenance. Free estimates. Cell, (310) 498-5380, (310) 390-1276. www.TheKingKoi.com

INDEPENDENT LANDSCAPE GARDENER. Expertise in: Planting • Plumbling & irrigation drip systems • Sprinklers • Timers & repairs on existing systems. Landscape lighting, fencing, arbors & trellises • Prun­ing & trimming • Sod removal or installation • Soil preparation • Right plants for given conditions • Reg­ular maintenance. Client references upon request. Bulmaro, (310) 442-6426 or cell, (310) 709-3738

MOVING & HAULING 11b

HONEST MAN SERVICES All jobs, big or small. Hauls it all. Homes and businesses. 14 foot van/dollies. 15th year Westside. Delivers to 48 states. (310) 285-8688

MASSAGE THERAPY 12b

AWARD WINNING MASSAGE by Natalie. Deep tissue specialist. Call (310) 993-8899. www.massagebynatalie.faithweb.com

MISCELLANEOUS 12e

CLAIRVOYANT SOUL MATE specialist specializing in reuniting lovers permanently even if taken by another. Guaranteed results. Palm & tarot card readings. $5 Special. (310) 927-3443

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

PET SERVICES/PET SITTING 14g

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

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

FITNESS 4 LIFE. Innovative training, massage and de-stressing techniques. For fitness, rehabilitation and a happy healthy life. Using Pilates, Yoga, Weight training, Martial Arts, Cardio, Dance, Mass##age and Meditation. In the comfort of your home. Meena Amani (323) 377-7149.

SCHOOLS, INSTRUCTION 15d

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

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

VIOLIN INSTRUCTION. Expert, friendly guidance at all levels by highly qualified teacher. Home or studio. Teaching in Palisades 20 years. Laurence Homolka, (310) 459-0500

TUTORS 15e

INDIVIDUALIZED INSTRUCTION. EXPERIENCED TUTOR 20+ YEARS. Children & adults, 20+ yrs teaching/tutoring exper. MATH, GRAMMAR, WRITING & STUDY SKILLS. Formerly special ed teacher. Call (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

EXPERIENCED SPANISH TUTOR • All grades, levels • Grammar • Conversational • SAT • Children, adults • 7 yrs exper. • Great refs. Noelle, (310) 273-3593

READING SPECIALIST • Master of Education—Reading 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 TUTORING. Specializing in math! Elementary thru college level. Test prep, algebra, trig, geom, calculus. Fun, caring, creative, individualized tutoring. Math anxiety. Call Jamie, (310) 459-4722

SPANISH TUTOR, CERTIFIED TEACHER for all levels. Has finest education, qualifications, 18 yrs exper. Palisades resident, many good references, amazing system, affordable rates. Marietta, (310) 459-8180

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

J. BELL CONSTRUCTION * Custom new homes • Additions • Kitchen remodels • Bathroom Remodels • Established 1979 • Lic. #00376978 & Bonded • (310) 714-1116

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 (Not lic.). Please Call (310) 454-6849 or (818) 317-8286

BRIGHT ELECTRIC over 23 yrs experience. Fast elec­trical repair • New construction • Remodeling • Meters upgrade • Rewiring • Recessed lighting • Light control • Trouble shooting, etc. Lic. #843079. (310) 800-5210

NEED ELECTRICAL WORK DONE? Call Dennis Frederick. 25 yrs experience. Lic. #728200. (310) 821-4248

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

HANDYMAN • PAINTING • DRYWALL REPAIRS • Water damage repair • Small carpentry work • Tile. 17 years EXCELLENT service & experience. FREE ESTIMATES! Call (310) 502-1168. Not lic.

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

SPIROS PAINTING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR Painting on the Westside since 1980. Lic. #821009 Fax and phone: (310) 826-6097 NO JOB is too small or too big for Spiro the Greek

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

PAINTING PERFECTION 100% complete satisfaction, prep, prime, quality materials, experienced, local, home improvements, remodels, carpentry, roofing, masonry, caulking, tile, landscaping, decks, brick, stone, 310-457-4652

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

WHITTLE’S PLUMBING Drain & sewer problems • Garbage disposal & H2O heaters • Copper repiping & gas lines • Fixtures, remodels • Gen. Construction • Free est. Lic. #668743. (310) 429-7187

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 homes • Kitchen+Bath remodeling • Additions. Quality work at reasonable rates guaranteed. Large & small projects welcomed. Lic. #751137. Call 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

ADMIN Exclusive office in Pacific Palisades. Exceptional opportunity. Call (310) 454-0317

ADVERTISING SALES REP for weekly community newspaper. Experienced self-starter, full time, excellent benefit package. Resume attention: Publisher, P.O. Box 725, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 or fax (310) 454-1078 or email: info@palipost.com

EARN $800-$3,200 MONTHLY to drive brand new cars with ads placed on them. www.AdCarDrive.com

NOW HIRING: Full or part time. Work in a competitive atmosphere, a retail store in the Palisades. Flexible hours, experience a plus but not mandatory. Contact: The UPS STORE, Carey, (310) 459-9739

WORK FROM HOME. Flexible hours, administrative assistant, bookkeeping, will train. Send resume: hkhonsari@earthlink.net

COOK NEEDED Send resume to: 1610 San Remo Dr. Pacific Palisades, CA 90272

MONDAYS OFF! Tues-Fri 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Office assistant for local ad specialty company. Phones, Fax & Internet Savvy. $15/hr. (310) 230-1295

AUTOS 18b

1998 LINCOLN MK Victor 111 coupe. 54K miles, white, tan, leather, local car. Excellent condition. $6,200 obo. (310) 995-0262

1999 JETTA GLS black, automatic, 102K miles. $5,000 obo. (949) 433-8180

FURNITURE 18c

OVERSIZED KREISS leather couch w/ matching leather club chair (modern lines), dark tan. Couch: 90” long, 28” high, 38” deep, chair: 43” wide, 28” tall, 38” deep. (310) 459-8314

SMITH & HAWKEN looking patio tables & chairs. French Bistro style gray metal 41” diameter glass top 31”diameter metal top. Please call#K (310) 230-6805.

GARAGE, ESTATE SALES 18d

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH RUMMAGE SALE! Estate jewelry, collectibles, housewares, books & more. Sat. April 14th 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 15821 Sunset at El Medio

A FUN, DIG-DOWN poke-around sale! Bits, Pieces & Stuff! Knick-knacks/collectibles galore! furn/furnishgs/prints. Glassware/flatware/ clothes/designer fabrics/fashion manikins/dressmaker accessories/costume jewelry/clothes/ laces/trims/fabric bolts/lots of sewing stuff. Books/records/tapes/More/More! FRI_SAT Apr 13-14, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. 434 Porto Del Mar (Sunset/Almar) More info/pix Visit www.bmdawson.com.

HUGE 4 FAMILY SALE FRI 4/13 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat, 4/14 7a.m.-1p.m. 947 Galloway. We have ALL! Housewares, records, VHS, clothes, black glass collection, books, baby stuff etc.

WANTED TO BUY 19

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

Neighborhood Ties that Bind

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Palisadian Margaret “Bonnie” Savage has lived in the same house in the Alphabet streets for nearly 60 years.
Photo by Rich Schmitt, Staff Photographer

Margaret ‘Bonnie’ Savage has lived in the same house in the Alphabet streets for nearly 60 years. Fresh out of the Navy, where she did maintenance on propeller airplanes in Indiana during World War II, she moved in when she married her husband Alan, an architect, who designed their house and also purchased the house next door for his mother (see related story, page TK). Savage remembers well walking along the path in the open fields near her house to make her way to Jurgensen’s grocery store, ‘where the Bank of America is now,’ Savage said recently in the comfort of her living room. ‘There were very few houses in this area then.’ Savage’s modest two-bedroom, one-bath stucco house is familiar to several generations of Pacific Palisades residents. In 1968, a year after her husband died, Savage opened a daycare center. Known as ‘Bonnie’s Playroom,’ she entertained neighborhood children in her large back garden and converted garage. While she never had any children of her own, she said she thoroughly enjoyed caring for her young neighbors–playing games with them and sometimes helping with their homework. ‘My five children spent many happy hours at Bonnie’s,’ said neighbor Cheryel Kanan, who lives across the street. ‘She became my saving grace. In the beginning she watched them on Friday mornings just so I could get out. Then when all my children were older she watched them after school, which allowed me to work part-time. I felt comfortable working, knowing the kids had a loving place to go to after school,’ said Kanan, business manager of the Palisadian-Post. Almost 20 years ago, when Savage turned 70, she closed the daycare center and turned her attention to her garden, which is dominated by a stag horn fern that she grew from a small clipping. She also enjoyed carving birds out of driftwood and then painting them. Several are on display in the house. These days Savage, who at 88 and still cares for her home and garden herself, enjoys reading, walking to the village, and visits from Kanan’s grandchildren, which has thrust her into the role of ‘great-grandma,’ Kanan said. ‘She’s always giving them lollipops and baking them cookies. And Bonnie’s always there to celebrate a birthday or special occasion with our family. I think my grandson said it best when he said her name was really Bonnie Kanan. They all love her so much.’ Kanan said the bond between the two families began shortly after Kanan and her late husband Dan moved in. ‘We met in 1963. I remember admiring Bonnie’s beautiful garden. I also remember Alan and Bonnie playing outside with their adorable dogs, Billy and Josephine,’ Kanan recalled. The friendship was cemented a year later when the Kanans invited the Savages to a New Year’s Eve party, even though the Savages were considerably older that the 20-something crowd who would be there. The Savages turned out to be ‘the life of the party,’ Kanan said. ‘All of our friends thought they were the greatest.’ In 1968 Kanan’s mother died within three months of Alan, which bonded the two women even more. ‘I guess faith brought us together, because we both needed a shoulder to lean on at that time,’ Kanan explained. ‘And one of my most enjoyable times was in 1984 when Bonnie and I spent three weeks in Ireland, Scotland and England. We have shared so much–good times and down times. I truly do not know how I could have survived raising a large family without her love and support. She is my friend, confidant, surrogate mother and mentor.’ Savage, originally from Illinois, shares the same sentiment. ‘Cheryel always thinks of me, which is so wonderful. We are truly family now.’ ‘I’m not the only one who cares,’ said Kanan, who was raised in L.A. ‘There are several other long-time neighbors here who help Bonnie out on a regular basis’do errands for her, take her to the market. That’s what neighbors do.’

Converting Garbage to ‘Green’ on Hartzell

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Going...: This house in the 1000 block of Hartzell was recently torn down over a period of three weeks so that the materials could be preserved for recycling. While the concrete will be broken up and reused for drainage on the lot and the windows and doors used in a salvage art project, the rest of the materials were donated to a community recycling depot in Sunland.
Going…: This house in the 1000 block of Hartzell was recently torn down over a period of three weeks so that the materials could be preserved for recycling. While the concrete will be broken up and reused for drainage on the lot and the windows and doors used in a salvage art project, the rest of the materials were donated to a community recycling depot in Sunland.
Photo by Rich Schmitt, Staff Photographer

Normally when a single-story house is being razed in Pacific Palisades, a bulldozer arrives and the demolition is completed within hours. Rarely are windows, doors, framing wood, metals and concrete salvaged and reused–until now, which is why a house in the 1000 block of Hartzell recently took three weeks to come down. That’s because the builder, John Lee, hopes to have the new home he plans to build on the site certified ‘green’ by LEED, the U.S. Green Building Council Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design program. While LEED has existed for a decade, only commercial buildings and multi-unit dwellings could qualify until this year. Now a dozen builders, including Lee, are involved in a nationwide pilot program to apply LEED standards to single-family homes. Lee said he learned about construction recycling from the City of Santa Monica, where he lives and has built a ‘green’ house for his family. ‘The City of Santa Monica requires that 65 percent of all waste be recycled. While the City of Los Angeles does not yet have such a requirement, it has been very good about expediting building plans for houses that are ‘green,” said Lee, who plans to break ground on Hartzell, which he bought in October for just over $1 million, sometime in the next three weeks and to have the property on the market for resale by Christmas. Lee said a LEED house, which works on a point system, costs about 10 percent more to build–most of it upfront to pay for the labor for the extended demolition time and preparation of the recycled materials, some of which may be reused in the new construction but most of which ends up being donated to a community recycling depot in Sunland. Lee gave all the windows and doors from the Hartzell house to an artist friend of his, Jeremy Corbell, whose work using salvage materials is on display in a Beverly Hills gallery. While the builder found the framing wood on the house to be better than some of the woods being used now, he ended up donating them as well. ‘After separating out the framing wood with termite damage and dry rot we used a metal detector wand to find the nails in the wood,’ he explained. ‘When we sanded this wood down, some of it came out so nice it can be used for finish products, even furniture.’ The new house Lee is planning to build will have four bedrooms and 3-and one-half baths in 3,000 sq. ft. The structure will face south, be rectangular in shape and placed sideways on the lot to take advantage of the light. However, to protect it from the heat it will have roof overhangs and strategically placed landscaping. The only salvage he plans on using is the concrete, which will be broken up and put to work for drainage. ‘Instead of the rainwater running out onto the street as it does now and ending up in the ocean, we are going to build a storm retention pit in the front yard where we will dig a big hole and fill it with hard materials such as concrete, rocks and gravel so that the drain water can slowly percolate into the earth,’ Lee explained. ‘The driveway will also be built to absorb the rainwater.’ Lee ‘converted’ his company to do only ‘green’ building projects two years ago. He currently has three projects in various stages of development. The tipping point for him? When he heard there were waiting lists to buy hybrid cars, ‘I felt there was some momentum.’ Does he think being ‘green’ brings more value to a property? ‘Not yet,’ he said, but he expects that to change once appraisers and lenders recognize the value added in making an effort to improve the environment. Right now Lee expects the house on Hartzell, which will take five to six months to build, to sell for about the same ‘as any other new construction in the Alphabets which he currently estimates to be ‘about $800 to $900 a square foot.’ However, that estimate could change by the end of the year should there be a growing demand for ‘green’ houses. ‘Up until now, most consumers have associated ‘green’ with contemporary design,’ noted Lee. ‘The house I am building on Hartzell will be traditional and charming and will look like it has always been here. It will fit right into the Alphabet streets. That’s the goal, anyway, to make it a showcase for this kind of building.’

Local Resident Trades ‘Up’: “What Maserati?”

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Pacific Palisades resident and local real estate agent Joan Sather shows off her new Prius in the Huntington neighborhood.
Pacific Palisades resident and local real estate agent Joan Sather shows off her new Prius in the Huntington neighborhood.
Photo by Rich Schmitt, Staff Photographer

By JOAN SATHER Special to the Palisadian-Post This being Los Angeles, we are defined by what we drive. In the real estate profession, it’s BMW, Lexus, Mercedes and the occasional Range Rover, in alphabetical order. Why not bring the newly designed Maserati Quattroporte into the mix? Seemed like a fine idea at the time. In fact, the timing was perfect: like a truly romantic Italian, the car arrived on my birthday, 2005. What a dream. The engine was amazing, the leather & wood interior luxurious, the driving precision superb, especially on the open road. Yes, this driving machine was the height of success, even the color that was called ‘Grigio Nuvolari’–a wonderful gray with a marvelous beige-y undertone. The upholstery was the color everyone knows as Italian racing tan. It felt wonderful to sit in, wonderful to drive. Often people’s eyes would widen as I pulled up in the car. And the valets always parked it near the front of the restaurant. Then came 2006. It was now apparent that ridiculous gas prices were not going to go down. In fact, they would probably keep going up. The war on Iraq was on everyone’s mind. Al Gore’s documentary, “An Inconvenient Truth,” was released. And the March issue of ‘Vanity Fair’ featured the burgeoning ‘green’ movement. Suddenly the small amount of recycling I do every day was no longer enough. I really felt compelled to do more. I felt motivated to make a statement to myself and to others. Since so much of my life involves driving, my fabulous Maserati took the hit. I did have a few pangs as I said goodbye to precision and luxury, but I have never looked back. Honestly. How would I describe my new Prius, which I purchased in October? Easy to drive, turns are tight and extra power is there when I need it. The vehicle has leather seats and there’s lots of passenger room in the rear. Even the color is a perky, silvery shade of beige (in fact, vaguely Maserati-like). The bottom line here is this: while the smooth feeling of amazing luxury and the purring precision of the Italian car are unique features that are nearly impossible to duplicate, my new vehicle offers comfort and efficiency that work just fine for me now on a daily basis. The other bottom line is this: my gas bill has been reduced from $45 per week to $9 (that really got my husband Kent’s attention). And the best part? The reactions of clients and friends. When our next-door neighbors saw us pull into the driveway, they all came running to see the newest features (they have been owners for a couple of years) and to show us details. While we were at it, several other neighbors drove by in their Prius cars, waving and waving. We had joined a new club. And this is Pacific Palisades! The ‘green’ movement has definitely expanded from its early ‘earth’ shoes image. Friends, many of them having checked out the Web sites about gas mileage and exhaust emissions, are now calling with questions about how to get a Prius. We tell them it was not easy at the time we were buying. They listen to our tale of being put on waiting lists with several car dealerships from Long Beach to Calabasas–then running over to Culver City at a moment’s notice to beat out the other five potential buyers who also showed up to purchase the car. And my real estate clients? They are impressed with my decision, curious about the car, and comfortable riding with me. They especially enjoy seeing how the engine switches from gas to electric by watching the monitor screen. And many of them have gas-saving stories of their own to share. I have found that owning a Prius is truly an entry into a new way of thinking and living my life. Driving it every day reminds me that living with respect for our environment is essential’and can be easy and efficient besides. Even my fellow realtors, who have seen me in a few other high-end cars over the years, make a point to ask about this choice. Some have made the same choice. Others see me driving around and are perhaps reminded that maybe it’s time to go ‘green’ in this or some other area of their lives. How do I know this? Because they now feel the need to share their stories when they see me coming! PS: I applaud all the car manufacturers who offer consumer choices in low-emission, high gas mileage cars. I celebrate their courage in taking a stand that may not always be the best business decision. (Joan Sather is an estates director at Sotheby’s International on Sunset. She lives in the Huntington Palisades with her husband Kent.)

Gardens Abloom on Annual Garden Tour

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The annual spring garden tour, sponsored by the Pacific Palisades Garden Club, takes place on Sunday, April 22 from 1 to 5 p.m., rain or shine. Seven private gardens of varying size and style will be spotlighted (four of the featured gardens are highlighted on this page). In addition, a plant sale takes place from noon to 4 p.m. at 1416 Amalfi Dr. This year, the Garden Club is offering a discounted price on tickets purchased in advance. Tickets are available at The Outdoor Room’A Nursery & More, 17311 Sunset Blvd., Roy Robbins Gifts & Stationery, 1030 Swarthmore Ave., and the Sunday farmers’ market. On the day of the tour, tickets will also be sold at the plant market (1416 Amalfi Dr.) and at 16924 Livorno, one of the featured gardens. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the tour. For more information, call (310) 454-7826 or (310) 476-1318.

Patricia M. Krantz, 78; Owner of Travel Agency

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Patricia Mary Krantz, a resident of Pacific Palisades since the mid-1970s, gently and peacefully slipped away April 5 after fighting cancer for the last month. She was 78. She was surrounded by people who loved her, in a place that she loved, and was in no pain. Born November 25, 1928 in Philadelphia, Pat also lived in Bethesda, Maryland, and Lexington, Massachusetts. But California truly became her home, and her home in Pacific Palisades was where she very quickly decided she wanted to spend the rest of her life. Travel became Pat’s passion when she started working for Your Travel agent in Santa Monica in 1975, eventually moving to Travelmoore in the Palisades, where this passion only grew stronger. She ultimately took ownership of that business (now Altour/Travelmoore). She had traveled to many of the exotic places on this earth, including Antarctica (she loved penguins and collected them as art). But it was Africa she loved the most, having traveled there no fewer than nine times. To her clients, Pat was a magician who made dreams come true. Her incredible memory and vast knowledge of the hundreds of places she had visited made her a fascinating person to talk to. She inspired loyalty among her employees, who visited her the night before she died. Weak and barely able to speak, Pat looked up at the group and said, ‘How marvelous that you’re all here together. You are like my family.’ Pat was the mother of two children, Laurel Anne Krantz and her daughter Torrie of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Steven John Krantz of Laguna Niguel, who all loved her very much. A celebration of life service will be held at the Pacific Palisades Presbyterian Church on Sunday, April 15, at 2 p.m. Donations to the American Cancer Society are suggested in lieu of flowers.

John Flynn, Director, Community Activist, Dies

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John Flynn, director of ‘Rolling Thunder’ (1977) and ‘The Outfit’ (1973), among other films, passed away in his sleep on Wednesday, April 4. A longtime resident of Rustic Canyon, Flynn is survived by a son and daughter. A Coast Guard veteran, he studied journalism under ‘Roots’ author Alex Haley, and graduated from UCLA with a degree in journalism. ‘He was the dearest man,’ said Joan Graves, a longtime friend and fellow community activist. ‘We met in the mid-1980s trying to get support for non-use of gasoline leaf blowers. He was very strong but in such a quiet way. When he said he’d do something, he’d do it.’ ‘He leaves a large hole in my heart and a grieving daughter in Paris who is soon to give birth and was expecting him to be there for her,’ said George Wolfberg, chairman of the Potrero Canyon Citizens Oversight Committee. ‘His contributions to our community, unrelenting interest in the betterment of Rustic Canyon Park as well as concern for Veterans’ issues were always positive, constructive and continuous over the time I have known him.’

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