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Inside Laura M. Fine Jewelry: More Than Meets the Eye

Like many designers, Palisades businesswoman Laura Geller started out creating jewelry for herself, having gained ample practice making baubles for her beloved Barbie dolls. Then after becoming a mother, she found herself working from home, filling orders for friends who admired her designs. In 1989 she turned her hobby into a business when she rented 100 sq. ft. inside the original Whispers, a high-end women’s boutique on Swarthmore (where BOCA is now located). ”’There, I sold my first lines from a single display case,’ Geller recalled. ”Within a year, the fledgling designer opened her own store a block away at 15310 Antioch, where she leased 800 sq. ft. of Colvey’s, replacing the men’s suit department. She shared the space with a partner who sold gifts and accessories, and then with Jane De Lys, who left last July to open her own store in Brentwood. ”’When we first opened up on Antioch, we didn’t want a jewelry store where you had to press the buzzer to get in,’ said Laura’s husband, Mark Geller, an attorney, who at the time worked as an investment banker and now runs the family business full time. ”’We wanted the store to be a place where people would feel free to walk in and browse. That’s why we were happy to share the space. Then when Jane left we decided it was a good time to take over the whole store.’ ”Five years after opening the Palisades store, the Gellers opened a second store on trendy Robertson Boulevard (since closed), then a third location in Malibu’s Country Mart in 1998. In 2004, the couple added a by-appointment-only boutique (Atelier Prive) and wholesale showroom in Beverly Hills. Last year the company celebrated its 15th anniversary with the national launch of its jewelry line, which included a woven wrist cuff made of 18-carat gold. The soft mesh design is available in three colors, including black gold. ”Laura M. Fine Jewelry, which also does repairs, is known ‘for our ring settings,’ said Mark. ‘We set about a 100 rings a week, some for other jewelers and diamond merchants.’ ”Even though the Gellers work together, their roles are separate. While Laura does the designs, Mark works out the technical aspects of how the pieces will actually be put together. ”’Laura is known for her ethereal designs’jewels that are delicate, refined,’ Mark explained. ”The designer works in gold, platinum, diamonds, colored stones and Old World enameling. A portion of her business is devoted to custom pieces and the remodeling of vintage jewelry. Right now, she said her designs have ‘some Indian influence, as well as Southwest. But my real passion is working with diamonds.’ ”The company’s slogan is: ‘Nobody does dazzle like Laura M.’ Over the years, the designer has quietly developed a celebrity clientele. ‘We don’t loan for the Oscars, we just sell,’ Mark said. ‘Our jewelry is at a price point that sells well. The only way we can afford to charge the prices we do is because we do our own manufacturing. We do that in downtown L.A., which has the castings, moulds, waxes and chemicals needed. In fact, I believe we are the only family-owned and operated, fully integrated jewelry operation on the Westside.’ ”Asked to describe Laura M.’s style (the ‘M’ stands for Marie, his wife’s middle name), Mark said: ‘Soft, sparkly, very feminine. While we draw from nature and geometric forms, we don’t do contemporary designs or jewelry for men, other than custom work. However, we do some men’s cufflinks and, of course, wedding bands.’ ”Laura, 52, said she has designed ‘many’ wedding bands for herself, and three for Mark. ‘One is white gold, one is pink gold and the other yellow,’ she said. ‘He wears all three together.’ ”While Mark, 58, insists he’s not really ‘someone who wears jewelry,’ he has a large watch collection. He said his favorite is usually ‘the last watch I bought, which would be a Jaeger with a master compass and double time zones.’ Married 32 years, the couple met when Mark, who had just graduated from the University of Miami law school, was looking for a job. ”’The first law office I walked into, there she was,’ he said of Laura, who worked as a legal secretary. The Gellers lived for 20 years in the Palisades before moving to Westwood after their children, who attended local schools (Palisades Elementary, Paul Revere and Palisades High), left home. ”Damon, 35, sells precious metals, including platinum and gold; Michael, 30, oversees all Laura M. production and is manager of retail operations; and daughter Kathryn, 22, a senior at UC San Diego, is spending the year in France, where she is doing an internship in asset management with Societe Generale. ”The Gellers, who also own the Newsroom Cafes (one in Santa Monica, the other on Robertson), recently paid their daughter a visit. Mark said he found inspiration at the Monet Museum. The artist’s ‘use of light’ resonated with him as did Monet’s ‘use of nature in his paintings’flowers, teardrops’things that Laura often integrates into her designs.’ ”What does a husband give his wife, a jewelry designer, for their 25th wedding anniversary? ”’A 10-carat, natural, olive-green diamond,’ Laura said. ‘It took me a month to decide what to do with it.’ ”The result? The precious stone is surrounded by ‘three hundred and forty micro-pave diamonds [under 1/2 carat],’ Mark said. ‘You can’t see any of the prongs in the platinum setting, just the beauty of all the diamonds.’

Kehillat to Honor Rosenstein, Cathie Wishnick for Activism

Kehillat Israel will honor Cathie Wishnick and David Rosenstein at its annual Social Action Shabbat on Friday, March 24, at 7 p.m. in the temple, 16019 Sunset Boulevard. ‘The public is invited to join us as we present our Tikun Olam (Healing the World) awards to two members who have worked tirelessly to make a difference in the world,’ said Gili Wolf, KI’s communications manager. ”Cathie Wishnick has been an active volunteer with KI’s Turning Point Shelter Task Force and concluded her seven-year chairmanship of this 150-person outreach group in 2005. She assembled numerous teams, consisting of 11 households each, to prepare and serve dinner to the 55 residents at the Turning Point Transitional Housing Shelter in Santa Monica twice a month. She planned the menus and delegated the cooking responsibilities. ”KI family task force members treated the shelter residents to special international-themed dinners including ‘Persian Night,’ ‘All-American Barbeque,’ ‘Tostada Buffet,’ and ‘Traditional Jewish Holiday Dinner.’ The task force also provided an elegant Thanksgiving dinner for the residents each year. ”Participating on the task force gave an excellent opportunity to KI families and young people to meet the shelter’s formerly homeless residents in a friendly and safe setting. Task force members provided the residents with encouragement and caring in addition to delicious meals. ”Wishnick also introduced other churches and synagogues on the Westside to the Turning Point Shelter, and they have started their own outreach programs to assist shelter residents. ”’I loved my role as chairman,’ she said, ‘because I love cooking and I love bossing people around!’ ”Wishnick, whose husband Arnie is executive director of the Pacific Palisades Chamber of Commerce, also founded the KI ‘Handi-Corp’ Task Force to assist low-income senior citizens with minor household repairs and was co-chair of the KI Women’s Club for three years. In addition, Wishnick served as president of the 1,800-person Los Angeles Chapter of the Brandeis University National Women’s Committee for the past three years. ”David Rosenstein is the founder and president of Intex Solutions, Inc., a commercial carpet and textile care company that is a model of environmentally and socially responsible practices. He is the former executive director of The Coalition on the Environment and Jewish Life of Southern California (COEJL SC) and a co-founder of New West Charter Middle School. He currently does volunteer work for a variety of organizations, including those concentrating on environmental issues (Natural Resources Defense Council and Rainforest Action Network), literacy (Access Books), homelessness (The Giving Spirit) and education (New West and Canyon Charter Schools). ”Rosenstein and his wife, Tori Nourafchan, have three children: Gabriel, Theo and Isabel. They live in Santa Monica.

Garcia Serves on Mayor’s Education Panel

Gary Garcia, an assistant principal at Paul Revere Middle School, has been serving on Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa’s ambitious Advisory Council on Education since late July. ”The 30-member committee, along with 30 support advisors, is charged with providing recommendations on how to improve the performance of the Los Angeles Unified School District as well as studying the feasibility of the Mayor taking over as the superintendent of school. ”The group has held six meetings and continues to gather information to present to Villaraigosa, who took office last July. ”Garcia graduated from Whittier High and Loyola Marymount University and received his master’s in administration from Cal State Northridge. He taught for seven years at Hamilton High, then became the school’s magnet coordinator. Some years, 100 percent of the magnet students were accepted to college. During that time Garcia also taught an after-school studies class for the low-performing freshmen at Hamilton. ”About 11 years ago, Garcia started teaching and still teaches an Upward Bound course in literature and history at Occidental College. Upward Bound is a federal program that takes high school students with potential and place them in a college situation. ” ‘It’s a fabulous program,’ Garcia said in an interview. ‘Many of the students that are brought in may not have graduated or wouldn’t go to college, without a program like this one, which gives them mentors and other students to model after.’ He regrets that the funding for this program is being cut, because he understands the importance of such support; he was one of the first of his family to go to college. ”After his fourth year of teaching, Garcia ran for the L.A. school board in 1988 and then withdrew from the race to lend his support to another candidate. Even though he dropped out, his name was left on the ballot and he received 10 percent of the vote, which threw the race into a runoff. ”Garcia knew Villaraigosa when he was employed as a union representative for the United Teachers of Los Angeles (UTLA). After Villaraigosa was elected, the mayor announced he wanted a blue ribbon education panel. Garcia sent his resume and was instantly called. ”’I’m excited to be a part of what the mayor is doing,’ said Garcia, who is in his fifth year at Paul Revere. ‘He’s committed to improving the schools. This is not a political move on his part; it’s a real passion of his. Maybe some of his motivation comes because he was a dropout.’ ”The education panel has been split into a variety of subcommittees. Garcia is on the strategic long-term planning committee, which meant they contacted cities like Boston and Memphis’plus Chicago and New York, where the mayors have become head of the school districts. ”According to Garcia, New York and Chicago’s schools were low-performing and equated to L.A.’s schools before Roy Romer took over as LAUSD superintendent. Garcia thinks that based on test scores, L.A.’s schools are ahead of where New York and Chicago were when they were taken over by their respective mayors. Those schools made some initial gains, but have now hit a wall. ‘For those schools to reach the next level it’s going to be much harder to get the results they want,’ Garcia said. ”He also questions how Villaraigosa could take over on the level where LAUSD currently is and get the results he desires without more money for education. The State of California spends $7,000 to $8,000 per student, which is half of what many East Coast states spend. The counter argument is that the failing schools in Washington, D.C., receive more money than any school district in the country. ” ‘If money’s not the answer, why is Harvard-Westlake charging $25,000 a year per student?’ Garcia asked. ‘If you took the entire student body attending Harvard-Westlake and put them in an inner city school, they wouldn’t fail.’ ”’It illustrates the complexity in school reform,’ he continued. ‘Education is a triangle and in order for it to be successful all three corners of the triangle’the student, the parents and the school’have to participate.’ ”Garcia feels that the teacher and administrator unions are misinterpreting what the mayor is trying to do. ”He’s saying, ‘You’re working hard, how can we help you? Let’s push education to the forefront, let’s move it, get it going. I don’t want to wait.” ”Garcia uses the analogy of a salesman and his boss. The salesman tells his boss that he made 30 calls today, but the boss asks, ‘How many sales?’ That’s the boss’s bottom line. Garcia feels the same should be true in education. There are people working hard in many of the low-performing schools and they shouldn’t be faulted for that, but if something isn’t working it’s time to change. Garcia’s mantra is ‘Whatever it takes.’ ”When Romer took charge of the LAUSD, he emphasized starting with the elementary schools and making substantial changes, but that same effort wasn’t given to the high schools. Villaraigosa is now focusing on an area that Garcia says hasn’t been given a lot of attention: dropout rates. LAUSD is now trying to track them, but even on the state and federal level there are no accepted, coordinated ways of reporting on the problem. ”The mayor is already working on several issues. One is ensuring that students don’t come to school hungry, by implementing a state health-care program (although it’s not fully funded). Another is the safe passage program to help kids get home from school safely. Designated stores or homes will let children know they can go there if they feel threatened. A third issue is joint-use facilities planning, so that LAUSD and the city have better coordination. And finally, helping to mentor students. ”Another problem that needs to be addressed, according to Garcia, is the school board. ‘Many people don’t realize that the school board is a part-time entity’the salary is just $24,000 a year’and yet they work on a larger budget than most cities. Then if something goes wrong, they’re damned if they do and damned if they don’t.’ ”Would Garcia like to see the mayor take over the school district? ‘I would worry because of the succession,’ he said. ‘Who would be the next mayor be? People didn’t force this passion for education on Antonio. It’s his own passion.’

Asilomar Residents Seek Relief Funds

‘When it rains, it pours.’ This foreboding saying has become a metaphor for the residents of the Asilomar bluffs in Pacific Palisades, who are urging the City of Los Angeles to repair the storm-damaged hillside that threatens their safety and property. Asilomar Boulevard, above PCH and west of Temescal Canyon Road, was damaged during the heavy rains in January and February of 2005, which caused the federal government to declare disasters in the City of L.A. and surrounding areas. The damage to Asilomar, between El Medio and Almar, includes slippage and substantial fissures in the street. At last Thursday’s Community Council meeting, Asilomar residents expressed deep concern and frustration over the city’s response to repairing the area. The city’s plan focuses on repairing the street but not the 200-ft. slope directly below Asilomar, which caused the destabilization of the street. Why not fix the root of the problem? The city argues that the majority of the slope is under the control of private owners. Puerto del Mar, a privately owned street, traverses the slope approximately 30 ft. below Asilomar, and two mobile home parks, Palisades Bowl and Tahitian Terrace, lie at the bottom of the hillside. These mobile home parks are regulated by the state. Last February, the Palisadian-Post reported on the safety concerns of residents at the Palisades Bowl, who were evacuated from 12 units at the bottom of the slope when persistent rains caused the hillside to move and the streets within the park to buckle. The city owns the property along the top of the slope, including Asilomar’a two-lane asphalt concrete road’and a small grass parkway adjacent to the street’one at approximately 35 ft. below the ground surface (bgs) and the other at 85 ft. bgs. Now, a dewatering system is necessary to intercept and remove groundwater from the slope, which has accumulated between 63 ft. bgs and 77 ft. bgs and is ‘adversely affecting’ the lower plane, according to the report. However, the city proposes a system that ‘would have to be connected to the city’s storm drain or sewer system for the groundwater to be taken away.’ The city’s proposed repair project also includes a ‘side-hill bridge’ over the street, which would maintain the street by bridging over the landslide. The preliminary estimated cost of the project is $4.4 million. ‘The repair of Asilomar would depend on the available funding,’ said Cora Jackson Fossett, director of public affairs for the Department of Public Works, in an e-mail to the Palisadian-Post on Tuesday. Because Asilomar is a designated federal highway, the city has submitted a request for funding to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) asking for approval and designation of the road as an Emergency Relief. ‘We expect to hear from the FHWA by April,’ Jackson Fossett said. However, there was a question at the council meeting as to whether the FHWA had even received the geotechnical report sent to them on January 24. ‘I received a call from [Congressman Henry] Waxman’s office yesterday saying the FHWA never received the report,’ said Andrea Epstein, deputy to Councilman Bill Rosendahl. ‘We’ve had full discussions with the FHWA. I don’t know why they’re telling the Congressional district they haven’t received it.’ ‘This is a city problem,’ said Asilomar resident Jason Sloane. The FHWA ‘will only fund the damage from the rain, not what is the pre-existing slide. If the FHWA denies it [the city’s request] or only supplies a certain amount of funds, it still doesn’t negate the city’s responsibility. ‘Where we are with the city is short of a lawsuit,’ said Sloane, who added that he and some neighbors have hired an attorney. Another Asilomar resident commented that ‘a chief cause of the problem is inadequate sewage [drainage]’ and that ‘it’s not merely an Asilomar problem; it’s affecting the whole slope.’ The residents and the city seem to be working on different deadlines. For the city, the project would need to advance to the ‘construction obligation’ stage by the end of September 2007 or risk losing Emergency Relief eligibility. In a letter to Rosendahl dated March 14, the Community Council wrote, ‘There is no disagreement as to the seriousness of the street condition. Immediate allocation of funds from FHWA is required in order to begin remediation. We urge your office to make the securing of these funds a priority. ”’This is a safety issue that concerns not only the residents who live on Asilomar but also the residents of two mobile home parks, who live directly below the slippage.’

Rosendahl Attends PRIDE’s Marquez Avenue Ceremony

Kurt Toppel (left, front row), City Councilman Bill Rosendahl and Bob Jeffers join landscape contractor William Ranselaar (rear left) and Ron Olive of the Bureau of Street Services, at the newly landscaped triangle on Marquez at Sunset.
Kurt Toppel (left, front row), City Councilman Bill Rosendahl and Bob Jeffers join landscape contractor William Ranselaar (rear left) and Ron Olive of the Bureau of Street Services, at the newly landscaped triangle on Marquez at Sunset.
Photo by Rich Schmitt, Staff Photographer

City Councilman Bill Rosendahl joined community leaders Kurt Toppel and Bob Jeffers for a street beautification ceremony last Thursday at the newly landscaped triangle on Marquez Avenue at Sunset. Also in attendance were landscape contractor William Ranselaar and Ron Olive, Assistant Director of the Bureau of Street Services. ”The ceremony celebrated the joint effort by Palisades PRIDE and L.A. Street Services to plant five trees, install five benches and provide trash cans as part of the Marquez business block revival. The project was spearheaded by Jeffers, a local resident and PRIDE member. ”At last Thursday night’s Community Council meeting (chaired by Toppel), Jeffers talked about the progress made as a result of the $89,000 in discretionary funds the city allocated for the Marquez project on January 4, 2005. The first improvement was to remove three rooftop signs at a cost of $1,600. The next step was adding a stop sign at the corner of Bollinger and Marquez. Although Jeffers would like to see a crosswalk painted there, it has not been done yet. ”The hillside area across from the business block was cleared of trash and planted with new foliage. Last October, Ranselaar and his crew planted five golden medallion trees in front of the shops, while also installing iron grates similar to the ones on Swarthmore. Just recently, the triangular island on Marquez was planted with blue sedge, lavender, germander, and dwarf blue rye grass. ”Although the project is 10 percent over budget, Jeffers is hopeful that several more improvements can be made, primarily the installation of four antique lamposts like the ones on Swarthmore and a sign that says ‘Marquez Knolls shops.’ ”He noted that in addition to city-contributed funds, $16,000 has been raised from local residents and merchants, along with a $5,000 donation from the Junior Women’s Club.

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PRESSURE WASHING. Driveways, patios, walk-ways, garages, dirt, oil, rust, paint and moss removal. Concrete, brick, natural stone. Clear and colored-stain sealer. Craig, (310) 459-9000

PET SERVICES/PET SITTING 14g

BE HAPPY TO COME HOME! Trusted house/pet care in & around Palisades since 1986. Educated, responsible. (310) 454-8081 PET HEAVEN – TOTAL PET CARE – Training. Walking. Play groups. Does your dog need manners? Call (310) 454-0058 for a happy dog.

SCHOOLS, INSTRUCTION 15d

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 PIANO INSTRUCTION. Give your child the life-long gift of music! Patient, creative teacher, specializing in children. Music degree, USC. Qualified, experienced, local. Lisa Lukas, (310) 454-0859 CERTIFIED CPR & FIRST AID Instructor teaches classes at your location. Contact Ms. Dennis, (310) 226-2845 WOULD YOU LOVE TO LEARN to play piano? Skilled piano teacher specializing with beginners/intermediate children, adults. Karen Barton, B.S. USC trained. (310) 486-1995 LEARN HIGH SCHOOL ALGEBRA or geometry over the summer at UCLA. Key concepts. Small class sizes. 5-week course. Now enrolling. Call instructor Steve, (818) 517-0566

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 grade levels, conversational & all ages. Local refs, flexible hours. Please call Noelle at (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 & AP). In-home tutoring at great rates. Call Jonathan, (310) 560-9134 SPANISH TUTOR, CERTIFIED TEACHER for all levels. Has finest education, qualifications and experience. Palisades resident. Many good references. Amazing system. Affordable rates. Marietta, (310) 459-8180 PIANO TEACHER IN PACIFIC PALISADES! 20 years experience. I teach in your home. Great with children and adults returning to the piano. Call Karen Rae, (310) 383-0200 THE ESSAY DOCTOR: Professional writer (with CableACE, Genesis, other writing awards) offers guidance on papers, reports and essays, plus tutoring in grammer/composition. Paula, (310) 454-8694 MATH & SCIENCE TUTOR Middle school-college level. BS LAUSD credentialed high school teacher. Test Prep. Flexible hours. AVAILABLE to help NOW! Seth Freedman, (310) 909-3049 HOMEWORK HELPER. Experienced and credentialed English teacher available to tutor in your home or mine. Call Mimi at (310) 367-9456 MATH & SCIENCE TUTOR. Basic math, pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, algebra II, biology and SAT prep for middle and high school students. Experienced. B.S. UCLA. Steve, (818) 517-0566 TUTORING BY JARED SINCLAIR. Recent Berkeley graduate. Cum Laude at Loyola High School. “I’m an expert in all subjects and soon your son or daughter will be one too.” Call (310) 459-2312 COMPUTER LESSONS. Working on an assignment for school or work, but need help? From the Basics to Web Design to Viruses, WE CAN HELP! Call QTutors, (602) 625-3381 CLEARLY MATH TUTORING. Specializing in math! Elementary thru college level. Test prep, algebra, trig, geom, calculus. Fun, caring, creative, indivdualized tutoring. Math anxiety. Call Jamie, (310) 459-4722

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CUSTOM CARPENTRY – Entertainment Units – Cabinets – Libraries – Bars – Wall Units – Custom Kitchens – Remodeling – Designed to your Specifications – Free Estimates – CA Lic. #564263 – (310) 823-8523 CUSTOM WOODWORK AND CABINETS. Craftsmanship quality, 20 years experience, local resident. Local references available. General Contractor Calif. License #402923. Ron Dillaway, (310) 455-4462. rondillaway@yahoo.com

CONCRETE, MASONRY 16c

MASONRY & CONCRETE CONTRACTOR. 36 YEARS IN PACIFIC PALISADES. Custom masonry & concrete, stamped, driveways, pool, 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

CASTLE CONSTRUCTION. New homes, remodeling, additions, fine finish carpentry. Serving the Westside for 20 yrs. Lic. #649995. Call James, (310) 450-6237 PALISADES CONSTRUCTION SERVICES. KEVIN B. NUNNELEY. (310) 454-5029. Local References Avail. Lic. #375858 L’ESPINETTE GENERAL CONTRACTOR! Custom homes, remodel, improvements, additions, design plans, permits, job co-ordination. BIG or SMALL we get it done! Excellent references. Lic. #818-988. (310) 457-4112

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

FENCES 16j

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

FLOOR CARE 16l

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. Senior 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 & refinishing. National Wood Flooring Association member. Lic. #732286 Plenty of local references. (877) 622-2200. www.goldenhardwoodfloors.com

HANDYMAN 16n

HANDYMAN, Since 1975. Call for your free est. Local ref. Lic. #560299. Member, Chamber of Commerce. 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) 455-0803 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 THE HANDY GUY. Any job, big or small. Over 16 years experience. Lic #B-858574. We’re proud to donate our services to Habitat for Humanity. (310) 216-9034 HANDYMAN SERVICES. No job too small. 10 years experience in the Palisades. Please call (310) 454-3838 for prompt, friendly service. Not licensed. PETERPAN – Quality home repair. Serving entire Westside. (Not lic.) Ask for Peter, (310) 663-3633

HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 16o

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

PAINTING, PAPERHANGING 16q

PAUL HORST – Interior & Exterior – PAINTING – 52 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 QUALITY PAINTING PLUS: Free estimates. Family owned and operated for three generations. Serving southern California since 1979. Interior/exterior, residential/commercial. Only high grade materials applied. Lic. #698939. James Welsh, (310) 663-3914

PLUMBING 16s

ROBERT RAMOS, Plumbing Contractor – Copper repipes – Remodels – New Construction – Service & Repair – Water Heaters – Licensed – Bonded – Insured – St. lic. #605556 – Cell, (310) 704-5353 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 16u

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) 455-0803 BASIX DESIGNS & REMODELING, INC. WE DO IT ALL – Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling Specialist – Room Additions – Interior/Exterior Paint – Windows/Doors – Custom Carpentry – Plumbing – Electrical – Call For Free Estimate – Toll Free: (877) 422-2749 – Lic. #769443

HELP WANTED 17

DRIVERS GREAT PAY, BENEFITS AND BONUSES! The lifestyle you deserve! Regional and team work. WERNER ENTERPRISES, (800) 346-2818 ext 123 SECURITY GUARD, UNARMED gatehouse position. Full or part time. Excellent pay, benefits, medical. Great for college students. Call Scott, (310) 454-7741 AAA HOME INCOME. 23 people needed NOW. Earn PT/FT income. Apply online to get started: www.wahusa.com. EXPERIENCED “ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT” to work closely with the Preschool Director and staff. Must be a team player and a multitasker. Duties include: word processing, filing, events and schedules, admissions, assist clients via phone and in person, assist director and administration. Position open immediately. Fax resume to Seven Arrows/Little Dolphins, Attn: Trish Skinner. Fax: (310) 454-7203 FULL-TIME BOOKKEEPER FOR the Malibu Times newspaper. Become part of our account team. Experienced. Proficent in Quickbooks, Word, Excel. Detail oriented, organized with excellent people skills. Fax resume with salary history to Janice, (310) 456-8986 BLUECROSS PET HOSPITAL NOW HIRING! Full- and part-time positions. $7.50/hr. Must love animals, be self motivated and a hard worker. Call Sandra, (310) 454-2633 DRIVERS: $1,000 BONUS! Just for hauling your FIRST flatbed load. Call Werner Enterprises for this and more. (800) 346-2818, ext. 136 LOCAL FAMILY (2 boys) needs after school pick up & care 2 days a week. (Tues. & Thurs). Min 4 hrs. each day, but flexible for more. Must have own car, good driving record and references. Call Lissa, (310) 454-5450 PART TIME, SMALL CONSTRUCTION office in the Palisades. Filing, organizing, clerical, computer literate, Quickbooks. Contact Kathy, (310) 454-2948 PART TIME NANNY/HOUSEKEEPER. Must speak English and drive. Great with kids. Flexible hours. Wed., Thurs., Fri. Call (310) 387-7722 LOOKING FOR LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER/NANNY. Tuesday thru Saturday, or Monday thru Friday. Must have experience with children, cleaning. References please. (310) 573-3663

SITUATIONS WANTED 17a

PERSONAL ASST/NOTARY PUBLIC avail. Let me help you run your life more smoothly. I’m proficient in bookkeeping, clerical duties, event co-ordination, mailing, research. Honest reliable, discreet. Local. Excellent/refs. Patti, (310) 720-8004

ANTIQUES 18

VINTAGE COCKTAIL SETS & Dining Sets. 1800’s Victorian bdrm furn. Large original oil painting. Original Asian art pieces. Priceless. Call (310) 459-0486

AUTOS 18b

2000 DODGE RAM 1500 pick-up, 4 wheel drive, V8, loaded. Camper shell, grill guard. 65K miles. $14K obo. (310) 924-9558 CASH FOR CARS $$ Foreign or domestic. Running or not. We come to you and handle all paperwork. Friendly professional buyer. Local references. Please call (310) 995-5898

FURNITURE 18c

LEATHER SOFA plus 2 matching overstuffed chairs. Italian caramel color. Very high end. $5,000 obo. (310) 459-0884, leave message DINING ROOM TABLE MODERN design, glass top with beautiful Italian marble base. Seats 8. Call (310) 699-7794 or email for a picture pbsolomon@adelphia.net. CONTEMPORARY TECHLINE COMPUTER DESK. White, with separate shelf and drawer units. Purchased from Functions in S.M. Mint condition. $450. Antique oak sideboard/buffet with mirror, $450. Can e-mail photos. (310) 459-2482

GARAGE, ESTATE SALES 18d

HUGE GARAGE SALE! We are having a Multi-Family Garage Sale to benefit “safe” senior prom and graduation nights. It will be on Saturday, March 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Location at 809 Alma Real, Pacific Palisades. Lots of really good stuff ranging from bikes, clothes, toys, books, furniture and household items. Apology-rained out last week! SATURDAY, MARCH 18TH, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nice, clean clothes, books, gifts, household items, tools, vintage sewing machinge, art, jewelry and MORE! 505 Las Casas, south of Sunset. GIANT BLOWOUT SALE! Everything must go! Office and personal moving sale. SUN., March 19th, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 16712 Marquez. BIG FAT FUN SALE! Collectibles/jewelry/musical instruments/books/records/CDs/DVDs/TV/hsehold goods/small furn/oriental carpt/art/prints/posters/ great prices! 16620 Merivale (corner Lachman)! FRI.-SAT., Mar. 17-18; 8 a.m.-4 p.m. WESTWOOD ESTATE SALE: Sat. and Sun., Mar. 18th-19th. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Hours very firm. Complete household. 1950’s-1960’s furn and accessories. 149 S. Greenfield. 1/2 block south of Sunset. 1 block west of Veteran. PACIFIC ESTATE SALES.

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WANTED: Old tube guitar amplifiers, ’50s, ’60s, etc. Tommy, (310) 306-7746 – profeti2001@yahoo.com

Artists in Residence

The first in a series highlighting landmark architecture in Pacific Palisades

The Eames House, a Palisades landmark designed by Charles and Ray Eames that is now famous throughout the world, is situated amid eucalyptus trees on a promontory 150 feet above the Pacific.
The Eames House, a Palisades landmark designed by Charles and Ray Eames that is now famous throughout the world, is situated amid eucalyptus trees on a promontory 150 feet above the Pacific.

Stargazing in Pacific Palisades is by no means limited to constellations or celebrity sightings. Important architecture plays a leading role, too. Nestled in this geographically blessed community are head-turning structures’from Spanish Colonial Revival to mid-century modern and beyond’putting in their own award-winning performances. Over a dozen addresses in the Palisades have official status by the city of Los Angeles as Historic Cultural Monuments, with plenty more, according to local historian Randy Young, deserving this designation. ‘Many architects have used Pacific Palisades and its incredible location between the mountains and the sea for their masterworks,’ Young says. The list includes such luminaries as Richard Neutra, Eero Saarinen, John Byers, Charles and Ray Eames, Craig Ellwood and Raymond Kappe. Young, a longtime champion of historic preservation, is one of the volunteers putting the finishing touches on the renovation of Will Rogers Historic Home and Park’the only site in the Palisades listed on the National Register for Historic Places’before its grand reopening on March 25. An inauspicious beginning to the community’s architectural life came in the form of pitched tents in the late 1860s, when city dwellers were drawn to what was then a remote region to enjoy the beach and summer breezes. The conservative Methodists, arriving in the 1920s to establish their Chautauqua and a resting place for their retired ministers, were followed by a different crowd: wealthy motion picture figures, who settled in once the automobile shortened the distance between Hollywood and the coast. Later, many notable writers, artists and musicians fleeing Nazi Germany chose Pacific Palisades as their new home, adding yet another thread to the town’s cultural fabric. To this day, the eclectic mix of architectural styles in the Palisades reflects this crosscurrent of cultures, with modest log cabins and cottages, classic California ranch houses, grand villas and estates in various revival modes, and striking Modernist and contemporary homes all sharing the spotlight. John Entenza, editor of ‘Arts and Architecture,’ was a major figure in the local scene whose passion for advancing Modernist taste influenced architecture everywhere. Entenza masterminded the Case Study House program (1945-66), experiments in residential design by the greatest talents of the day, an event regarded as one of the most innovative chapters in American architectural history. The heart of the program rested in Pacific Palisades, with Entenza’s own Case Study House (#9) situated across the meadow from Case Study House #8, Charles and Ray Eames’ home that is now an international icon. Despite the richness and diversity of architecture found in the Palisades, the picture is not entirely rosy, with many sections of town resembling war zones owing to the rampant tearing down of the old to make room for the new. Preservation too often has taken a back seat to development, and the push for maximum square footage threatens the character of many neighborhoods. ‘We were very much what I call the Norman Rockwell/ Beaver Cleaver-style community,’ says Young, who is well known for his outspoken advocacy. ‘Now, with bigger is better and these massive structures going up, Beaver is definitely getting cleaved.’ Nonetheless, city landmark status does impose a layer of protection for the major architectural stars in the community. The Eames House 203 Chautauqua Blvd. (Case Study House #8) Charles and Ray Eames,1945-49 This is by far the most famous structure in Pacific Palisades, a true icon of the 20th century. The married couple, whose creative synergy was legendary, promoted good design for minimal cost through the use of prefabricated, standardized parts. Their home, composed of two steel-framed boxes set against a eucalyptus-covered hillside, is the ultimate statement of modern elegance achieved through basic materials. The Eameses bought the lot, an idyllic promontory 150 feet above the ocean, from their friend John Entenza, part of a five-acre parcel set aside to launch the Case Study House program. ‘For us, it was just a great place to go growing up, not an icon of modernism,’ says Eames Demetrios, the grandson of the famous couple, an artist in his own right, who now heads the Eames Office. ‘They didn’t describe themselves as modernists; they weren’t caught up with labels,’ he says. ‘They were just trying to make stuff work.’ Make things work they did, including their still wildly popular furniture designs. The famous Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, and a limited rosewood edition of the duo is a thank-you gift to individuals contributing $6,500 or more to the Eames Foundation. ‘We want to make sure the house is still around in 250 years,’ says Demetrios, who describes this promotion as one of many tools the Foundation employs to raise funds to maintain the property. In April, the house will be reviewed at a federal hearing for placement on the National Register. Visits to the home, a self-guided exterior viewing, are by appointment only. Members of the Eames Foundation are treated to a guided interior tour on an annual appreciation day. Contact: 459-9663 or go online to www.eamesfoundation.org. Villa Aurora 520 Paseo Miramar (Times Demonstration House,1927-28; Mark Daniels, architect) At first glance, the Villa Aurora, a romantic Spanish hillside house, seems to have little in common with the straightforwardly spare Eames House. Yet each houses’ creation was rooted in the quest to show how good design can enhance people’s lives. The 22-room villa, originally known as the Los Angeles Times Demonstration Home, was built in the prosperous 1920s as a model home to sell property. The project showcased the latest developments in technological comforts’the kitchen boasted a gas range, electric refrigerator and dishwasher, and the spacious three-car garage had an electric door opener. It also showed skeptical Angelenos the benefits of living in this isolated area; few people wanted to live so far from downtown. Architect and landscape designer Mark Daniels based his ideas for the house on a castle in Spain, incorporating carved and painted wooden doors and ceilings designed with Moorish motifs. The house, two stories to the front and three to the rear, is carefully and dramatically integrated into its hillside perch. The home is most famous for its occupants from 1943 to 1958: the German novelist Lion Feuchtwanger, who lived there in exile with his wife Marta. The house became a favorite gathering place for some of the most important artists and intellectuals of the 20th century. The Feuchtwangers often hosted a light evening meal followed by a reading from his current novel, and the guest list for these affairs included people like Thomas Mann, Bertolt Brecht, Arnold Schoenberg, Aldous Huxley, Fritz Lang, Charlie Chaplin and Charles Laughton. After Marta’s death in 1987, the landmark’which she left to USC’was acquired by a German consortium interested in preserving the historic monument. In 1995, Villa Aurora once again became an international meeting place for artists and intellectuals. Its artists-in-residence program hosts up to 16 writers, visual artists, composers, playwrights and filmmakers annually who stay at the villa for three months at a time. Also offered are a wide range of public lectures, concerts and performances. Los Angeles declared Villa Aurora a Historic Cultural Monument in 1994. Visits are welcome by appointment. Contact: 454-4231 or www.villa-aurora.org.

Camille (Mimi) Adams; Political Activist, Pianist, Fun-Loving Host

Camille Ruth Adams, a former longtime resident of Pacific Palisades, passed away on March 5 in Malibu with her devoted and loving family at her bedside. She was 72. ”Mimi, as she was known throughout most of her life, was born in Chicago on October 28, 1933 to Ruth (Wenter) and Paul Stedman Cummins. Her family moved from Fort Wayne, Indiana to Los Angeles in 1947, and she graduated from the Marlborough School. She also attended Pine Manor College in Massachusetts and the University of Southern California. ”Mimi married attorney Ken Adams in 1962 in Reno, Nevada, and they moved to the Palisades in 1975. They lived here for 30 years before moving to Malibu in 2005 to be near their grandchildren. ”In her adult life, Mimi dedicated her high energy and passion to numerous liberal causes including, among others, politics’as a staff member for Robert F. Kennedy, Edmund G. (Pat) Brown, Dianne Feinstein, Jimmy Carter and Alan Cranston; homelessness’as co-founder of Family Assistance Involving the Homeless (FAITH); and the peace movement’as co-founder of Palisadians for Peace. ”She was also active in classical music education, serving as co-founder of the Symphonians of Los Angeles and assistant to the dean of the USC School of Music. The existence of racial inequality, poverty and homelessness in this rich country troubled her deeply. Mimi’s compassionate nature, generosity and organizational skills were combined in her seemingly tireless efforts to effect change for the better in many ways. Always sensitive to the needs of others, she showed equal respect for the human dignity of every individual she encountered in her work. ”Her son, John, learned an early lesson from his mother’s generosity when just seven years old. ”Whenever the family traveled to Puerta Vallarta, Mimi would always come equipped with Chewels to give to the street kids and the beggars on the beach. John wondered why they had to do this; ‘their hands and faces were so dirty, they smelled and talked funny,’ he recalled last week. Mimi would explain that doing simple little things for people in need is really important and that someday he would understand. ‘But then I liked to hear them laugh and giggle after popping a piece of gum into their mouths. I understood that making people smile or laugh and giving gifts without expecting or asking anything in return felt really, really good.’ ”Baptized and confirmed in the Episcopal Church, Mimi also grew to embrace the spiritual traditions of many faiths and beliefs. Her love of life manifested itself in the arts and nature. A trained classical pianist, she encouraged and sponsored a number of promising young musicians. As an enthusiastic gardener and gifted flower arranger with an eye for interior design, Mimi brought beauty to every environment in which she lived. ”She loved to entertain friends in her home and celebrate all family events, infusing them with her joyful, fun-loving spirit. Writing reminiscences in her journals was a lifetime labor of love. Music’be it classical, Latin or jazz’was always playing in her home. ”She was both a Crossroads School parent and grandparent and a loyal supporter of New Roads School in Santa Monica. ”Mimi’s remarkable personality and presence transcended national boundaries, where she created strong bonds of lasting friendship and support for the arts in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, and Venice, Italy. ”None of these numerous causes and relationships interfered with Mimi’s domestic life as wife and mother of three children whom she loved passionately. She nurtured each of their unique talents in every way. ”She is survived by her devoted husband Ken and her children: daughter Julie Adams Eamer (husband Brian Eamer); sons Ash Adams and John Adams; grandchildren Jordan, Garrett and Audrey Eamer; brother Paul F. Cummins (wife Mary Ann); sister Kathleen Phillips-Hellman (husband Robert); Debbi Green and godmother Dorothy Boothe. ”There will be a celebration of Mimi’s life on Saturday, March 18, at 3:30 p.m. at St. Augustine Church, 1227 4th Street, in Santa Monica. ”In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions in her name be made to the New Visions Foundation, 3131 Olympic Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90404.

CLASSIFIED ADS FROM THE MARCH 9, 2006 ISSUE OF THE PALISADIAN-POST

HOMES FOR SALE 1

PACIFIC PALISADES BY OWNER. Unique 3 BR, 2 1/2 BA Townhome. Stunning Upgrades-New Kitchen and Baths. $799,500 or Best Reasonable Offer. Inspection Sat & Sun. 10-5. www.PalisadesTownhome.com. Townhome will be sold Sunday, March 19 to HIGHEST BIDDER. (310) 459-5230

HOMES WANTED 1b

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

FURNISHED HOMES 2

FURNISHED SHORT TERM LEASE June-Nov. Charming 4+2 in alphabet streets. Private grassy yard. Heated pool, hot tub, $5,500/mo. (310) 230-4060 FURNISHED CHARMING HOUSE near bluffs. 2+ den. Fireplace, garden, hardwood floors. Available short term. $5,000/mo.+security. Call (310) 459-0765 FURNISHED CHARMING COTTAGE close to village and bluffs. 1+1, fplc, garden, quiet. Available short term. $2,700/mo.+security. (310) 459-0765

UNFURNISHED HOMES 2a

FABULOUS MT. VIEWS! 3 bd, 2 1/2 ba townhm, new wood floors, stainless steel appliances, 1,830 sq. ft., community pool, spa, fitness. Direct entry, pvt. 2-car garage. Available immediately. $4,100/mo. Saul Berman, Sotheby’s Realty, (310) 497-2720 AMAZING OCEAN VIEWS 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 ba., Hardwood floors, deck. No pets. Available March 1st. $4,000/mo. Agent, John Portman, (310) 459-5886 x250 PACIFIC PALISADES 2 BDRM, 2 BA HOUSE. Secluded near village. Hardwood floors, fireplace, skylights, gardener included. $2,650/mo. No pets. (310) 454-5528

UNFURNISHED APARTMENTS 2c

SUNSET IN THE VILLAGE. Spacious 1 bed, 1 bath, newly renovated, walk-in closets, gated parking, security bldg, laundry. $2,100 per month. 1 yr lease. (310) 454-6074 SPACIOUS APARTMENT. 3+2 upper unit. QUIET bldg. Garage, laundry, new carpets, bright. Lots of storage space. $2,500/mo. 1 year lease. No pets/smoking. (310) 454-8965 GUEST HOUSE. Gorgeous whitewater and sunset views. Quiet, private 1 bdrm, liv rm, fplc, 3/4 ba, kitchen all appliances. Wired for computer, util/inc, N/S, no pets, year lease. $1,900/mo. Near Getty Villa. (310) 454-2801 1 BDRM, 1 BA CONDO across from ocean, PCH & Sunset. $2,200/mo. (310) 428-9453 VILLAGE 1 BDRM APT, 85512 Via de la Paz. $1,515/mo. Enclosed garage. References. Security deposit. Available 30th April or before. (310) 454-4668

WANTED TO RENT 3b

SEEKING A LONG TERM housesitting arrangement. 53-yr-old widow. SMC RN student without children/ pets. Desires a quiet environment. N/S. Call anytime. C.R., (310) 548-0626 SINGLE FEMALE PERSONAL TRAINER needing guesthouse/private room to rent. Willing to trade for P.T. services. Love animals, kids and mature adults. Call Maria, (310) 994-9450 WANTED TO RENT: GARAGE STORAGE area. For storage and shop purposes. Frank, (310) 927-6500. Long term.

OFFICE/STORE RENTALS 3c

GREAT SANTA MONICA LOCATION, 26th St. and San Vicente. Top floor, bright 2 rm office in smaller bldg. Approx. 500 sq. ft. $1,600/mo. (310) 395-7272 OCEAN VIEW OFFICES for rent in creative suite on Sunset and PCH in Spectrum Club bldg. Near great restaurants. 4 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. $900/mo. to $1,200/mo. depending on size and view and services. Call Pam, Jen or Rob, (310) 230-6866 OFFICE OR ART STUDIO FOR RENT: 3 rooms, bathroom. BRIGHT! IMMEDIATE. $650/mo. 2633 Pico Blvd., Unit D. (310) 393-0936 or cell, (310) 710-1570 OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE. Sunset Blvd. Heart of village. $700/mo. Call (310) 454-3521 LARGE CORNER OFFICE 320 sq. ft. in Palisades village. 15135 Sunset. Second floor, $1,370/mo. (310) 454-0840 or (310) 600-3603 FOR RENT: QUIET FURNISHED 16’x10′ office overlooking Sunset Blvd. in heart of village. Ideal for writer. $600/mo. Call (310) 459-2757

VACATION RENTALS 3e

PRIVATE FURN APARTMENT IN PARIS. Services available. 24-hour hotline. Starting at $75 a night for 2 persons (studios to 4 bedrooms). Privacy, economy, convenience as you live like a Parisian. 5 day minimum. Established in 1985. PSR 90, Ave Champs-Elysees. PSR, Inc. (312) 587-7707. Fax (800) 582-7274. Web address: www.psrparis.com. Email: Reservations@psrparis.com

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES 5

I’M THE CEO of my life. Are You? Executive Pay Without Executive Stress! (800) 841-8702 FreedomMyWay.com

LOST & FOUND 6a

$500 REWARD! LOST: BLACK DOGS, lost February 2nd. Escaped from backyard De Pauw St. near Swarthmore. “DRAKE” 11 years old, pit bull/lab mix, white chest, very people friendly. “Stella” 8.5 years, lab mix black retriever. CALL (310) 740-5849

PERSONALS 6b

Cheri Lyn. Call Lillian!

COMPUTER SERVICES 7c

PUT YOUR COMPUTER TO WORK – HOME & BUSINESS SURVEILLANCE-Featuring: PC Based Solutions to View your Property Remotely – Live Viewing from Internet & Wireless Handhelds! – FRANKEL CONSULTING – (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. End Run-around. Pop-up Expert! Satisfying Clients since 1992. If I Can’t Help, NO CHARGE! COMPUTER WORKS! Alan Perla, (310) 455-2000 COMPUTER CONSULTANT, MAC SPECIALIST. Very Patient, Friendly and Affordable. Tutoring Beginners to Advanced Users. Wireless DSL internet. MAC/PC SET UP – Repair – Upgrade – OS X. Senior discounts! Home/Office. William Moorefield, (310) 838-2254. macitwork.com QUICKBOOKS-GET ORGANIZED – Set-up, Data Entry, Reporting, Tax Preparation. Palisades Resident. Doris, (310) 913-2753 LOCAL TECH SUPPORT. Computers, audio, VOIP, network camera. Call for free estimate. Local references. support@Palisades computers.com. Ray Guran, (310) 500-0534

GARAGE, ESTATE SALES 7f

PLANNING A GARAGE SALE? a moving sale? a yard sale? a rummage sale? an estate 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 – Furniture – Antiques – Collectibles – Junque – Reliable professionals Local References

ORGANIZING SERVICES 7h

PUTTING IT TOGETHER 25+ years organizing. Organize: home office, file system setup, finances, kitchen, bedroom, closet, garage, etc. Clear the path to enjoy life. (323) 580-4556 PERSONAL ASSISTANCE, ORGANIZATION & BOOKKEEPING. Superior services provided with discretion and understanding. Local references. Call Sarah, (310) 573-9263

NANNIES/BABYSITTERS 8a

OUR WONDERFUL NANNY IS AVAILABLE Mon-Fri. Flexible, excellent experience, own transportation, speaks English. Local references. Call Rosa, (818) 620-7507 BABY NURSE/NIGHT NURSE available starting April. Contact Ms. Dennis for booking, (310) 226-7097 GREAT PRE-SCREENED Nannies available. Let us help you with your nanny search. We are a dedicated, professional agency and we will find the right match for you. Whether you are looking for full-time or p/time. L/I or L/O help, we can help you. Call Sunshine Nannies at (310) 801-8309 or (310) 614-5065 NANNY AVAILABLE FULL TIME! Mon.-Fri. Great references. I can travel anywhere! Love children. Many years experience. Please call Rosie, (h) (323) 461-3834, (c) (323) 580-2110 BABYSITTER, RESPONSIBLE 27 YEAR old female avail weekday evenings and weekends. $15/hr. (310) 779-9630

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 AVAILABLE Monday-Friday. Experienced. No car. Some English. Call Maria, (323) 216-8934 HOUSECLEANER AVAILABLE Tuesday and Thursday. Local references and experienced. Own transportation. Call Erika, (213) 385-7922, after 5 p.m. EXPERIENCED HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE Monday through Friday, any day. Able to manage large home, laundry, floors, etc. Great Palisades references. VERY RELIABLE, speaks English, has own car. Please call Jazmina, (213) 381-5924 EXPERIENCED HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE Monday, Wednesday, Friday. Own transportation. Will do errands. Reliable. Local references. Experienced. Call Delmy, (323) 759-5159 HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE Monday-Friday. GOOD REFERENCES! Experienced. Call Irma, (323) 664-8454 NANNY/HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE NOW! Monday-Friday. Local references. Experienced. Trustworthy. Call Rosa H, (310) 839-4082, or cell, (310) 467-7470 EXPERIENCED HOUSEKEEPER Looking for work. Full time, part time, week-ends. Will clean, cook, errands. Experienced in maintaining large homes. Pet friendly. Will do housesitting. Bevery Hills, Pacific Palisades or Santa Monica. Excellent references and resume. Call (310) 736-0455 HOUSEKEEPER 18 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Excellent references. Own transportation. Available Monday, Wednesday, Friday. Call Aida, (323) 735-7603 HOUSEKEEPER FOR 1 day or 5 days. Good references. Own transportation. Call Marina, (562) 408-2068 EXPERIENCED HOUSEKEEPER with GOOD REFERENCES, own car, Available M-F. Call Patricia, (310) 838-2610 HOUSECLEANER AVAILABLE: Local references, 20 years experience. Apartments, houses, offices. Call anytime: Olinda, cell, (213) 793-0368, home, (213) 382-3746

ELDER CARE/COMPANIONS 10a

CAREGIVERS/COMPANIONS Live in/out. Minimum 2 years experience. 3 work related references required. CNA’S/CHH’S welcomed. Bondable. Call (323) 692-3692

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 TREE AND LANDSCAPE EXPERT. Horticulturist, arborist, landscape manager/designer. Tree diagnosis, trimming, removal, appraisal/donation for tax deduction. Lawn diagnosis, repair. Sprinklers, drip systems. Expert maintenance. Greenhouse/ veggie/herb gardens Comprehensive plant & landscape consulting. Darren Butler, (818) 271-0963

MOVING & HAULING 11b

HONEST MAN SERVICES. 14″ van & dollies. Small jobs to 2 bedrooms. Hauls it all. California/Nevada. Over 12 years. Westside experience. (310) 285-8688

WINDOW WASHING 13h

NO STREAK WINDOW cleaning service. Fast & friendly. Quality service you can count on. Free estimates. Lic. # 122194-49. Pressure washing available. Please call (323) 632-7207

MISCELLANEOUS 13i

PRESSURE WASHING. Driveways, patios, walk-ways, garages, dirt, oil, rust, paint and moss removal. Concrete, brick, natural stone. Clear and colored-stain sealer. Craig, (310) 459-9000

PET SERVICES/PET SITTING 14g

BE HAPPY TO COME HOME! Trusted house/pet care in & around Palisades since 1986. Educated, responsible. (310) 454-8081 PET HEAVEN – TOTAL PET CARE – Training. Walking. Play groups. Does your dog need manners? Call (310) 454-0058 for a happy dog.

SCHOOLS, INSTRUCTION 15d

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 PIANO INSTRUCTION. Give your child the life-long gift of music! Patient, creative teacher, specializing in children. Music degree, USC. Qualified, experienced. Lisa, (310) 454-0859 CERTIFIED CPR & FIRST AID Instructor teaches classes at your location. Contact Ms. Dennis, (310) 226-2845 WOULD YOU LOVE TO LEARN to play piano? Skilled piano teacher specializing with beginners/intermediate children, adults. Karen Barton, B.S. USC trained. (310) 486-1995 LEARN HIGH SCHOOL ALGEBRA or geometry over the summer at UCLA. Key concepts. Small class sizes. 5-week course. Now enrolling. Call instructor Steve, (818) 517-0566

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 grade levels, conversational & all ages. Local refs, flexible hours. Please call Noelle at (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 & AP). In-home tutoring at great rates. Call Jonathan, (310) 560-9134 ONE-ON-ONE TUTORING! Credentialed teacher of elementary, middle and high school subjects. Local references. (310) 454-8520 SPANISH TUTOR, CERTIFIED TEACHER for all levels. Has finest education, qualifications and experience. Palisades resident. Many good references. Amazing system. Affordable rates. Marietta, (310) 459-8180 PIANO TEACHER IN PACIFIC PALISADES! 20 years experience. I teach in your home. Great with children and adults returning to the piano. Call Karen Rae, (310) 383-0200 PROFESSIONAL WRITER (with CableACE, Genesis, other writing awards) offers tutoring in English and composition plus guidance on essays, papers or reports. Resume available. Paula: (310) 454-8694 MATH & SCIENCE TUTOR Middle school-college level. BS LAUSD credentialed high school teacher. Test Prep. Flexible hours. AVAILABLE to help NOW! Seth Freedman, (310) 909-3049 HOMEWORK HELPER. Experienced and credentialed English teacher available to tutor in your home or mine. Call Mimi at (310) 367-9456 MATH & SCIENCE TUTOR. Basic math, pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, algebra II, biology and SAT prep for middle and high school students. Experienced. B.S. UCLA. Steve, (818) 517-0566 TUTORING BY JARED SINCLAIR. Recent Berkeley graduate. Cum Laude at Loyola High School. “I’m an expert in all subjects and soon your son or daughter will be one too.” Call (310) 459-2312

CABINET MAKING 16

CUSTOM CARPENTRY – Entertainment Units – Cabinets – Libraries – Bars – Wall Units – Custom Kitchens – Remodeling – Designed to your Specifications – Free Estimates – CA Lic. #564263 – (310) 823-8523 CUSTOM WOODWORK AND CABINETS. Craftsmanship quality, 20 years experience, local resident. Local references available. General Contractor Calif. License #402923. Ron Dillaway, (310) 455-4462. rondillaway@yahoo.com

CARPENTRY 16a

FINISH CARPENTRY, CABINETS, SHELVING UNITS: Interior trim, wine racks, hardware installation, door/ window installation. 33 years EXPERIENCE. Frank Williams, (310) 927-6500. Non-Lic. Local resident.

CONCRETE, MASONRY 16c

MASONRY & CONCRETE CONTRACTOR. 36 YEARS IN PACIFIC PALISADES. Custom masonry & concrete, stamped, driveways, pool, 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

CASTLE CONSTRUCTION. New homes, remodeling, additions, fine finish carpentry. Serving the Westside for 20 yrs. Lic. #649995. Call James, (310) 450-6237 PALISADES CONSTRUCTION SERVICES. KEVIN B. NUNNELEY. (310) 454-5029. Local References Avail. Lic. #375858 L’ESPINETTE GENERAL CONTRACTOR! Custom homes, remodel, improvements, additions, design plans, permits, job co-ordination. BIG or SMALL we get it done! Excellent references. Lic. #818-988. (310) 457-4112

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

FENCES 16j

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

FLOOR CARE 16l

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. Senior 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 & refinishing. National Wood Flooring Association member. Lic. #732286 Plenty of local references. (877) 622-2200. www.goldenhardwoodfloors.com

HANDYMAN 16n

HANDYMAN, Since 1975. Call for your free est. Local ref. Lic. #560299. Member, Chamber of Commerce. 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) 455-0803 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 THE HANDY GUY. Any job, big or small. Over 16 years experience. Lic #B-858574. We’re proud to donate our services to Habitat for Humanity. (310) 216-9034 HANDYMAN SERVICES. No job too small. 10 years experience in the Palisades. Please call (310) 454-3838 for prompt, friendly service. Not licensed. PETERPAN – Quality home repair. Serving entire Westside. (Not lic.) Ask for Peter, (310) 663-3633

HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 16o

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

PAINTING, PAPERHANGING 16q

PAUL HORST – Interior & Exterior – PAINTING – 52 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

PLUMBING 16s

ROBERT RAMOS, Plumbing Contractor – Copper repipes – Remodels – New Construction – Service & Repair – Water Heaters – Licensed – Bonded – Insured – St. lic. #605556 – Cell, (310) 704-5353 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 16u

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) 455-0803 BASIX DESIGNS & REMODELING, INC. WE DO IT ALL – Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling Specialist – Room Additions – Interior/Exterior Paint – Windows/Doors – Custom Carpentry – Plumbing – Electrical – Call For Free Estimate – Toll Free: (877) 422-2749 – Lic. #769443

HELP WANTED 17

DRIVERS GREAT PAY, BENEFITS AND BONUSES! The lifestyle you deserve! Regional and team work. WERNER ENTERPRISES, (800) 346-2818 ext 123 SALES POSITION. Retail women’s luxury goods specialty store in Santa Monica seeks professional salesperson with confident selling skills. Must be able to build and maintain a customer book. Compensation: Commission with guarantee. Benefits and pension plan. No Sundays or evenings. This is an excellent opportunity for the right person as a top salesperson is relocating. Email or fax resume to Deanna. Email Weathervaneii@AOL.com Fax# (310) 393-2077 SECURITY GUARD, UNARMED gatehouse position. Full or part time. Excellent pay, benefits, medical. Great for college students. Call Scott, (310) 454-7741 PACIFIC PALISADES INTERNAL MEDICINE office seeks front office receptionist. Minimum 3 years experience. Energetic and cheerful dispostion. Great phone skills. Salary commensurate with experience. Fax resume to (310) 394-1682 DENTAL ASSISTANT, PART TIME. Brentwood/Wilshire office. We will train. Call (310) 473-2099, or fax resume, (310) 473 4434 AAA HOME INCOME. 23 people needed NOW. Earn PT/FT income. Apply online to get started: www.wahusa.com. EXPERIENCED “ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT” to work closely with the Preschool Director and staff. Must be a team player and a multitasker. Duties include: word processing, filing, events and schedules, admissions, assist clients via phone and in person, assist director and administration. Position open immediately. Fax resume to Seven Arrows/Little Dolphins, Attn: Trish Skinner. Fax: (310) 454-7203 FULL-TIME BOOKKEEPER FOR the Malibu Times newspaper. Become part of our account team. Experienced. Proficent in Quickbooks, Word, Excel. Detail oriented, organized with excellent people skills. Fax resume with salary history to Janice, (310) 456-8986 GREAT P/T SALES POSITION available in Pacific Palisades retail store. Need creative motivated and flexible individual with people/ customer service skills. Call Megan at the Nest Egg, (310) 573-9777 BLUECROSS PET HOSPITAL NOW HIRING! Full- and part-time positions. $7.50/hr. Must love animals, be self motivated and a hard worker. Call Sandra, (310) 454-2633 DRIVERS: $1,000 BONUS! Just for hauling your FIRST flatbed load. Call Werner Enterprises for this and more. (800) 346-2818, ext. 136 PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS WITH D/D in Malibu. M-F, 3 p.m.-10 p.m. Also available M-F, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Both positions excellent benefits and salary. (310) 457-2026 PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS WITH D/D in Malibu. Live-in couple. Free hours, weekends off, Apartment and board. Good benefits. Also available shift relief, live-in every other weekend. Friday 9 a.m. thru Sunday 9 p.m. Both excellent salary. (310) 457-2026 DRIVERS: OWNER OPERATORS. $2,000 Sign-on Bonus! Dedicated Runs! Excellent Home-Time! Qrtrly Safety Incentive! Fuel Stabilized! WE TRAIN! TRIMAC: (888) 799-4374 LOCAL FAMILY (2 boys) needs after school pick up & care 2 days a week. (Tues. & Thurs). Min 4 hrs. each day, but flexible for more. Must have own car, good driving record and references. Call Lissa, (310) 454-5450

SITUATIONS WANTED 17a

PERSONAL ASST/NOTARY PUBLIC avail. Let me help you run your life more smoothly. I’m proficient in bookkeeping, clerical duties, event co-ordination, mailing, research. Honest reliable, discrete. Local. Excellent/refs. Patti, (310) 720-8004

AUTOS 18b

2000 DODGE RAM 1500 pick-up, 4 wheel drive, V8, loaded. Camper shell, grill guard. 65K miles. $14K obo. (310) 924-9558 CASH FOR CARS $$ Foreign or domestic. Running or not. We come to you and handle all paperwork. Friendly professional buyer. Local references. Please call (310) 995-5898

FURNITURE 18c

LEATHER SOFA plus 2 matching overstuffed chairs. Italian caramel color. Very high end. $5,000 obo. (310) 459-0884, leave message DINING ROOM TABLE MODERN design, glass top with beautiful Italian marble base. Seats 8. Call (310) 699-7794 or email for a picture pbsolomon@adelphia.net. CONTEMPORARY TECHLINE COMPUTER DESK. White, with separate shelf and drawer units. Purchased from Functions in S.M. Mint condition. $450. Antique oak sideboard/buffet with mirror, $450. Can e-mail photos. (310) 459-2482

GARAGE, ESTATE SALES 18d

MOVING SALE! ANTIQUE Bjur BG Piano/treadle sew mach./’50s metal desk/furn/furnishgs. Vintage clothes/magazines/film photos. Art/knick-knacks/ etc. 545 Lucero (Sunset/Paseo Miramar), 1/2 mile up from Sunset. FRI.-SAT., Mar. 10-11, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. HUGE GARAGE SALE! We are having a Multi-Family Garage Sale to benefit “safe” senior prom and graduation nights. It will be on Saturday, March 11, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location at 809 Alma Real, Pacific Palisades. Lots of really good stuff ranging from bikes, clothes, toys, books, furniture and household items. OFFICE MOVING SALE: Tables, chairs, bookshelves, other misc. office stuff. 16712 Marquez Ave. 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat., March 11th. MOVING/ESTATE SALE: Furniture, collectibles, clothes, vintage items, houseware, books, records, knick-knacks. 3725 Seahorn. (Sunset Mesa) Sat.-Sun., March 11-12, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

PETS, LIVESTOCK 18e

WHITE LAB PUPS AKC registered. 7 weeks old. 2 females, 1 male. Championship line. Hand-raised. Adorable. Must see! $600. (951) 609-4975

WANTED TO BUY 19

WANTED: Old tube guitar amplifiers, ’50s, ’60s, etc. Tommy, (310) 306-7746 – profeti2001@yahoo.com

Local Connection to This Year’s Oscars

Pacific Palisades residents and others connected to the Palisades were in the spotlight at Sunday night’s 78th Academy Awards. Paul Haggis, Steven Spielberg and Amy Adams were all nominated in the top categories. Haggis, who lived in the Palisades until the 1994 earthquake when his home on Corona del Mar was destroyed (he still owns the property), won Oscars for best picture and original screenplay for his film “Crash.” Haggis directed “Crash” in 2003 with the ensemble cast of Sandra Bullock, Don Cheadle, Matt Dillion, Brendan Fraser, Thandie Newton and Ryan Phillippe. The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and received rave reviews. It was released in the United States in 2005 and instantly become a favorite of movie reviewers throughout the United States. Critic Roger Ebert named “Crash” the year’s best film. Haggis left his successful television career in 2000 (“thirtysomething”) and wrote two screenplays back to back, “Million Dollar Baby” and “Crash.” Clint Eastwood read “Million Dollar Baby” and wanted to direct it. It was nominated for seven Oscars and won for best picture, best director, best actress, Hilary Swank, and best supporting actor Morgan Freeman. Haggis wrote “Crash” quickly with his friend Bobby Moresco and it was turned down by major studios. They took it to Bob Yari, a producer starting his own company. It took Yari a year before he agreed to produce it and only under the condition they assemble a name cast. When the script reached another Palisadian, Don Cheadle (fresh off the success of “Hotel Rwanda” for which he was nominated for an Oscar), he agreed to co-star and co-produce, which set the project in motion. Haggis is married to Deborah Rennard who grew up in the Palisades and graduated from Pali High. o o o In August 2000, Amy Adams was a relative unknown in the world of show business. She was cast as Babe McGrath in Theatre Palisades’ production “Crimes of the Heart,” a romantic comedy about a bad hair day in the life of three sisters in rural Mississippi. At the time, Adams was dating fellow TP cast member Oliver Macready, whose character was smitten with hers. The two later broke up, but the role was a significant step on Adams’ path to the red carpet. Adams, now 31, was nominated for best supporting actress for her role as Ashley, the small town mother-to-be in “Junebug” at last Sunday’s Academy Awards. It was Adams’ first Oscar nomination and although she did not win, she won an Independent Spirit Award for best supporting actress at a ceremony on the beach in Santa Monica Saturday night. A regular performer at the Chanhassen Dinner Theatres in Minnesota in her early 20s, Adams landed a part in the 1999 film “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” which was shot in Minneapolis. Kirstie Alley, who co-starred in the movie, recognized Adams’ talent and encouraged her to move to California. Adams took Alley’s advice, relocated to Hollywood, and worked as a guest star on TV shows (including “That ’70s Show,” “Charmed” and “Buffy the Vampire Slayer”)’all while rehearsing for “Crimes of the Heart.” Looking back, Adams said she credits her early work on stage as a springboard to her success in film. o o o Academy Award-winning director Steven Spielberg (“Saving Private Ryan” and “Schindler’s List”) directed and produced “Munich,” which was nominated in five categories but did not win an Oscar. The film has been the subject of fierce debate for the questions it raises about racial intolerance and Middle East politics. “Munich,” which has not yet been released in the Arab world, deals with the murder of 11 Israeli athletes by the Palestinian terrorist group Black September during the 1972 Olympics, and the subsequent Israeli response. The Mossad (Israeli intelligence agency) retaliates by deploying a team of five agents in Europe to assassinate those responsible for the attack. At a recent discussion on the film at Pepperdine University, Allan Mayer, managing director and head of the entertainment division for Sitrick & Company, spoke about working with Spielberg on “Munich.” He was Spielberg’s political and media advisor. Mayer said Spielberg was drawn to the story because of the importance of keeping alive the memory of these events and raising questions'”not about Israel’s right to exist but rather the terrible choices that terrorism forces us to make and how we decide.”