One of the most anticipated arrivals of the New Year is the first baby born to parents living in Pacific Palisades. The winning infant and his or her family will receive 35 gift items, including announcement cards from the Palisadian-Post, a free photography session at Christa Meola’s studio, dinners to Beech Street Cafe, Kay ‘N Dave’s, the Golden Bull, Mick’s Caf’, and The Village Pantry, and various useful services and gift certificates from local merchants. Launched in 1954 by the Post, the contest’s first winner was Arnold Anchordoguy, followed two years later by Elizabeth Gail Muller (there was no contest in 1955). Last year’s winner was Devereaux Tae-Jin Dumas. To be eligible, parents must have a Pacific Palisades mailing address (zip code 90272). The attending physician must specify time of birth and attending weight in writing. Parents who have an early January baby should call the Post’s editorial department (454-1321) with the date, time and location of birth, or e-mail Sue Pascoe at features@palipost.com. Monday, January 5 at 5 p.m. is the initial deadline for notifying the Post. If there are no babies born by that time, the deadline will be extended to January 12.
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