http://www.nationalnightout.org/nno/
The Van Buren Place Community Restoration Association is joining with the Adams Normandie Neighborhood Association (ANNA) for our annual National Night Out on Crime neighborhood march and potluck.
This year will be the 24th Annual National Night Out, a unique crime/drug prevention event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch, on Tuesday, August 7, 2007.
Last year's National Night Out campaign involved citizens, law enforcement agencies, civic groups, businesses, neighborhood organizations and local officials from over 10,000 communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories, Canadian cities and military bases worldwide. In all, over 34 million people participated in NNO 2006.
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT is designed to:
* Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness
* Generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime programs
* Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships
* Send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back
We will assemble at 6:30 pm at 1658 W 23rd Street, north of Adams Blvd. Bring your potluck dish. The march, with support from Southwest Division LAPD, will begin at 7:00 pm and cover both sides of Adams Blvd. this year, returning to 23rd Street for a community potluck with lots of good food.
Please join us!
M.A. Flores, President
Adams Normandie Neighborhood Association (ANNA)
Friday, July 27, 2007
New Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS
1) Toyota Community Scholars Program
From education and environment, to arts, culture and humanities, Toyota believes education is one of the essential keys to opening doors and creating opportunities. The Toyota Community Scholars program is one of Toyota's national education programs supporting students and teachers. Learn More at http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/12-01-07.html
2) Bill Cosby Screenwriting Program
This program was established by Drs. Bill and Camille Cosby at the University of Southern California's School of Cinema-Television. Unaffiliated with USC, the Hanks-Miller Program is geared toward increasing the pool of qualified African-American writers in the entertainment industry. Learn More at http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/09-15-07b.html
3) NFAA's YoungARTS Scholarship Program
We're looking for talented young artists in all disciplines of the performing, literary, and visual arts. NFAA's youngARTS program is dedicated to nurturing and supporting high school senior-aged artists at this critical point in their professional development. Learn More at http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/10-01-07d.html
4) Community Service-Based Grant For Single Parent Women
This grant is awarded to professional single parent women with outstanding student loan debt who contribute to their community through volunteer work. We honor women who volunteer in their community. Learn More at http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/12-01-07b.html
5) American Consulting Engineers Council Scholarship Program
To qualify, a student must be a U.S. citizen pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)-accredited engineering program or in an accredited land-surveying program. Learn More at http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/12-31-07c.html
NEW INTERNSHIPS AND JOBS:
1) Corporate Jobs At DIRECTV
Our corporate culture respects people for their unique talents and contributions, and values the differences among employees. Our diverse culture helps create a better product through shared problem-solving, innovation and creative solutions. Learn More at http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/directv.html
2) Jobs At Black Enterprise Magazine
Black Enterprise is looking to hire online editors, online producers, market research assistants, editors, producers, sales analysts and more. Learn More at http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/blackenterprise.html
3) White House Internships
The White House Internship Program provides a unique opportunity to learn more about the daily operations of the White House. In addition to normal office duties, interns attend weekly lectures, volunteer at special events, participate in tours, and contribute to a community service project in the Washington, D.C. area. Learn More at http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/whitehouse.html
1) Toyota Community Scholars Program
From education and environment, to arts, culture and humanities, Toyota believes education is one of the essential keys to opening doors and creating opportunities. The Toyota Community Scholars program is one of Toyota's national education programs supporting students and teachers. Learn More at http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/12-01-07.html
2) Bill Cosby Screenwriting Program
This program was established by Drs. Bill and Camille Cosby at the University of Southern California's School of Cinema-Television. Unaffiliated with USC, the Hanks-Miller Program is geared toward increasing the pool of qualified African-American writers in the entertainment industry. Learn More at http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/09-15-07b.html
3) NFAA's YoungARTS Scholarship Program
We're looking for talented young artists in all disciplines of the performing, literary, and visual arts. NFAA's youngARTS program is dedicated to nurturing and supporting high school senior-aged artists at this critical point in their professional development. Learn More at http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/10-01-07d.html
4) Community Service-Based Grant For Single Parent Women
This grant is awarded to professional single parent women with outstanding student loan debt who contribute to their community through volunteer work. We honor women who volunteer in their community. Learn More at http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/12-01-07b.html
5) American Consulting Engineers Council Scholarship Program
To qualify, a student must be a U.S. citizen pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)-accredited engineering program or in an accredited land-surveying program. Learn More at http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/12-31-07c.html
NEW INTERNSHIPS AND JOBS:
1) Corporate Jobs At DIRECTV
Our corporate culture respects people for their unique talents and contributions, and values the differences among employees. Our diverse culture helps create a better product through shared problem-solving, innovation and creative solutions. Learn More at http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/directv.html
2) Jobs At Black Enterprise Magazine
Black Enterprise is looking to hire online editors, online producers, market research assistants, editors, producers, sales analysts and more. Learn More at http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/blackenterprise.html
3) White House Internships
The White House Internship Program provides a unique opportunity to learn more about the daily operations of the White House. In addition to normal office duties, interns attend weekly lectures, volunteer at special events, participate in tours, and contribute to a community service project in the Washington, D.C. area. Learn More at http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/whitehouse.html
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Huge Yard Sale!
ANNA (Adams Normandie Neighborhood Association)
Yard Sale
July 21 , 2007
9:00 am 2:00 PM
1658 W 23rd Street
Annual ANNA Yard Sale to fund our Family Programs
If you have donations, please bring donated items to
1658 W 23rd Street, L.A.
Leave on Porch
(Starting July 15, 2007)
If you have any questions, please contact:
Marco Flores, President - mfloves@lausd.k12.ca.us
Adams Normandie Neighborhood Association (ANNA)
Yard Sale
July 21 , 2007
9:00 am 2:00 PM
1658 W 23rd Street
Annual ANNA Yard Sale to fund our Family Programs
If you have donations, please bring donated items to
1658 W 23rd Street, L.A.
Leave on Porch
(Starting July 15, 2007)
If you have any questions, please contact:
Marco Flores, President - mfloves@lausd.k12.ca.us
Adams Normandie Neighborhood Association (ANNA)
Tuesday, July 10, 2007
Los Angeles Must Make Building Affordable Housing a Top Priority
Audit of Housing Department Finds City As A Whole Must Take Immediate Action On Issue
Calling the shortage of affordable housing a crisis, City Controller Laura Chick released the first of several audits of the Los
Angeles Housing Department. “My audit of the Housing Department’s Affordable Housing Program found a Department hard at work to solve the housing crisis. However, the Housing Department is up against problems that they cannot solve alone,”
said Chick.
“The median price of a single family home in Los Angeles is over half a million dollars. How can we expect those in the lower income brackets to be able to put a roof over their family’s heads in this highly costly environment?” said Chick.
Among the audit’s key findings:
o Barriers to providing affordable housing require creative solutions from the Housing Department and the City, as a whole.
o The Housing Department does not have an adequate means of measuring its effectiveness.
o The Housing Department’s program to utilize City surplus properties for development has been unsuccessful.
o The Housing Department’s efforts to preserve the existing affordable housing inventory have had limited results.
o The Housing Department’s existing technology systems are inadequate, inefficient and do not interface with one another.
The Chick audit contains 28 recommendations to help achieve the goal of providing more affordable housing in the City of Los Angeles. The Controller’s Housing report, as well as all of her over 100 audits, is available at her website at www.lacity.org/ctr.
Calling the shortage of affordable housing a crisis, City Controller Laura Chick released the first of several audits of the Los
Angeles Housing Department. “My audit of the Housing Department’s Affordable Housing Program found a Department hard at work to solve the housing crisis. However, the Housing Department is up against problems that they cannot solve alone,”
said Chick.
“The median price of a single family home in Los Angeles is over half a million dollars. How can we expect those in the lower income brackets to be able to put a roof over their family’s heads in this highly costly environment?” said Chick.
Among the audit’s key findings:
o Barriers to providing affordable housing require creative solutions from the Housing Department and the City, as a whole.
o The Housing Department does not have an adequate means of measuring its effectiveness.
o The Housing Department’s program to utilize City surplus properties for development has been unsuccessful.
o The Housing Department’s efforts to preserve the existing affordable housing inventory have had limited results.
o The Housing Department’s existing technology systems are inadequate, inefficient and do not interface with one another.
The Chick audit contains 28 recommendations to help achieve the goal of providing more affordable housing in the City of Los Angeles. The Controller’s Housing report, as well as all of her over 100 audits, is available at her website at www.lacity.org/ctr.
Discussions: LADWP Rate Hikes
LADWP Hosts Community Workshops to Discuss Proposed 2007-2008 Revenue and Rate Actions
The LADWP Executive Management Team will present its Power System - Proposed FY 2007-08 Financial Plan, Revenue Increases and Rate Restructuring and Water System - Proposed FY 2007-08 Financial Plan and Revenue Increases in a series of six public hearings to be held throughout the City.
The series of workshops began on Saturday, June 23, 2007 at the LADWP John Ferraro Headquarters Building, 111 North Hope Street, A-Level Conference Center, Los Angeles 90012.
Subsequent workshops are scheduled for:
July 21, 2007 at 9:00am at 14410 Sylvan Street Van Nuys;
July 21, 2007 at 1:30pm at 8475 S. Vermont Avenue Los Angeles;
July 26, 2007 at 6:30pm at 425 S. Palos Verdes St. San Pedro;
July 31, 2007 at 6:30pm at 4580 N. Figueroa Street Los Angeles;
August 2, 2007 at 6:00pm at 7114 W. Manchester Av Los Angeles
The workshops will include an opportunity for attendees to ask questions and discuss revenue and rate issues of interest to them.
Copies of LADWP Management's Water System and Power System Financial Plan and Revenue Increase Proposals for 2007-08, presented at the Board of Commissioners meeting on June 5, 2007, are available for review.
More detailed information relative to the schedule of community workshops on the proposed 2007-08 Revenue and Rate Actions may be accessed on the LADWP home page at www.ladwp.com.
The LADWP Executive Management Team will present its Power System - Proposed FY 2007-08 Financial Plan, Revenue Increases and Rate Restructuring and Water System - Proposed FY 2007-08 Financial Plan and Revenue Increases in a series of six public hearings to be held throughout the City.
The series of workshops began on Saturday, June 23, 2007 at the LADWP John Ferraro Headquarters Building, 111 North Hope Street, A-Level Conference Center, Los Angeles 90012.
Subsequent workshops are scheduled for:
July 21, 2007 at 9:00am at 14410 Sylvan Street Van Nuys;
July 21, 2007 at 1:30pm at 8475 S. Vermont Avenue Los Angeles;
July 26, 2007 at 6:30pm at 425 S. Palos Verdes St. San Pedro;
July 31, 2007 at 6:30pm at 4580 N. Figueroa Street Los Angeles;
August 2, 2007 at 6:00pm at 7114 W. Manchester Av Los Angeles
The workshops will include an opportunity for attendees to ask questions and discuss revenue and rate issues of interest to them.
Copies of LADWP Management's Water System and Power System Financial Plan and Revenue Increase Proposals for 2007-08, presented at the Board of Commissioners meeting on June 5, 2007, are available for review.
More detailed information relative to the schedule of community workshops on the proposed 2007-08 Revenue and Rate Actions may be accessed on the LADWP home page at www.ladwp.com.
Monday, July 9, 2007
Free Health Fair
Free Health Fairs Providing Free Medical Services to Communities
“Fiesta de la Salud” is a promotion that brings health related services FREE OF CHARGE to community members at their local grocery store. Services offered include screenings for cancer, diabetes, cholesterol, bone density and blood pressure. Children’s services will include FREE doctors exams, FREE immunizations, and FREE dental exams. Educational information that will be available in both English and Spanish. Any person that is found to have an abnormal test result, will be given no cost or low cost medical treatment. We will not screen people and send them on their way. Our goal is to find them a medical “home.”
All this will take place in a festival-like atmosphere that includes free samples, music, food, and guest speakers covering health related topics.
Each month we are able to help thousands of people in the community receive valuable health care that they might not have otherwise. Each person is given free or low cost services if we find they have any abnormal test results.
“Fiesta de la Salud” is committed to the community and to empowering families through education.
Valuable Free Services Offered:
- Diabetes, Cholesterol & Blood pressure, Bone Density
- Dental Exams
- Vision/Eye Exams
- HIV Testing
- BMI – Physical Activity Prescriptions
- Immunizations
- Children’s Check Ups/Dental Exams
- Woman’s Health Services (Mammograms, Pap Tests)
- Men’s Health (PSA - Prostate Screening)
Superior Super Warehouse for July
Date-Address-City
July 14, 2007 3129 Hoover St. Los Angeles, CA 90007
July 15, 2007 1375 N. Citrus Ave. Covina, CA 91722
July 28, 2007 151 S. Hacienda Blvd City of Industry, CA 91744
July 29, 2007 6010 Pacific Blvd. Huntington Park, CA 90255
Pro's Ranch Markets for August
Date-Address-City
August 4, 2007 1602 Roosevelt St. Phoenix, AZ 85006
August 11, 2007 820 Main St. Delano, CA 93215
August 12, 2007 600 Bear St. Arvin, CA 93203
August 18, 2007 2705 South H St. Bakersfield, CA
Superior Super Warehouse for September
Date-Address-City
September 8, 2007 12375 Central Ave. Chino, CA 91710
September 9, 2007 815 W. Holt Blvd, Unit 101 Ontario, CA 91762
September 29, 2007 1201 W. Whittier Blvd. Montebello, CA 90640
September 30, 2007 3831 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd Lynwood, CA 90262
KV Mart (Top Valu/Value Plus) for October
Date-Address-City
October 6, 2007 4700 Inglewood Blvd Culver City, CA 90230
October 7, 2007 2038 E. 10th St. Long Beach, CA 90804
October 27, 2007 14103 Ramona Blvd. Baldwin Park, CA 91706
October 28, 2007 15202 Hawthorne Blvd. Lawndale, CA 90260
“Fiesta de la Salud” is a promotion that brings health related services FREE OF CHARGE to community members at their local grocery store. Services offered include screenings for cancer, diabetes, cholesterol, bone density and blood pressure. Children’s services will include FREE doctors exams, FREE immunizations, and FREE dental exams. Educational information that will be available in both English and Spanish. Any person that is found to have an abnormal test result, will be given no cost or low cost medical treatment. We will not screen people and send them on their way. Our goal is to find them a medical “home.”
All this will take place in a festival-like atmosphere that includes free samples, music, food, and guest speakers covering health related topics.
Each month we are able to help thousands of people in the community receive valuable health care that they might not have otherwise. Each person is given free or low cost services if we find they have any abnormal test results.
“Fiesta de la Salud” is committed to the community and to empowering families through education.
Valuable Free Services Offered:
- Diabetes, Cholesterol & Blood pressure, Bone Density
- Dental Exams
- Vision/Eye Exams
- HIV Testing
- BMI – Physical Activity Prescriptions
- Immunizations
- Children’s Check Ups/Dental Exams
- Woman’s Health Services (Mammograms, Pap Tests)
- Men’s Health (PSA - Prostate Screening)
Superior Super Warehouse for July
Date-Address-City
July 14, 2007 3129 Hoover St. Los Angeles, CA 90007
July 15, 2007 1375 N. Citrus Ave. Covina, CA 91722
July 28, 2007 151 S. Hacienda Blvd City of Industry, CA 91744
July 29, 2007 6010 Pacific Blvd. Huntington Park, CA 90255
Pro's Ranch Markets for August
Date-Address-City
August 4, 2007 1602 Roosevelt St. Phoenix, AZ 85006
August 11, 2007 820 Main St. Delano, CA 93215
August 12, 2007 600 Bear St. Arvin, CA 93203
August 18, 2007 2705 South H St. Bakersfield, CA
Superior Super Warehouse for September
Date-Address-City
September 8, 2007 12375 Central Ave. Chino, CA 91710
September 9, 2007 815 W. Holt Blvd, Unit 101 Ontario, CA 91762
September 29, 2007 1201 W. Whittier Blvd. Montebello, CA 90640
September 30, 2007 3831 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd Lynwood, CA 90262
KV Mart (Top Valu/Value Plus) for October
Date-Address-City
October 6, 2007 4700 Inglewood Blvd Culver City, CA 90230
October 7, 2007 2038 E. 10th St. Long Beach, CA 90804
October 27, 2007 14103 Ramona Blvd. Baldwin Park, CA 91706
October 28, 2007 15202 Hawthorne Blvd. Lawndale, CA 90260
Friday, July 6, 2007
Grief Counseling for Families
The Center for Grief and Loss
For children, teens and their families providing group sessions for families in the Watts/Los Angeles communities to help with healing. Free to family members.
Wednesdays Starting July 11, 2007 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Bradley/Milken Youth & Family Center
1773 E. Century Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90002
Sessions Offered in English & Spanish
For information contact:
Arvis Jones, (213) 924-3510
En Español a la doctora
Amalia Sirolli al (626)831-5471
The Center for Grief and Loss
Para niños, adolescentes y sus familias ofrecerá sesiones de grupo para las familias en la comunidad de Watts/Los Angeles para ayudar a sentirnos mejor. Gratis para todas las familias.
Todos los Miércoles a partir del 11 de Julio, 2007 - 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Bradley/Milken Youth & Family Center
1773 E. Century Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90002
Las Sesiones serán en Español y en Inglés
Para más información llame:
Arvis Jones, (213) 924-3510
En Español a la doctora
Amalia Sirolli al (626)831-5471
For children, teens and their families providing group sessions for families in the Watts/Los Angeles communities to help with healing. Free to family members.
Wednesdays Starting July 11, 2007 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Bradley/Milken Youth & Family Center
1773 E. Century Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90002
Sessions Offered in English & Spanish
For information contact:
Arvis Jones, (213) 924-3510
En Español a la doctora
Amalia Sirolli al (626)831-5471
The Center for Grief and Loss
Para niños, adolescentes y sus familias ofrecerá sesiones de grupo para las familias en la comunidad de Watts/Los Angeles para ayudar a sentirnos mejor. Gratis para todas las familias.
Todos los Miércoles a partir del 11 de Julio, 2007 - 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Bradley/Milken Youth & Family Center
1773 E. Century Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90002
Las Sesiones serán en Español y en Inglés
Para más información llame:
Arvis Jones, (213) 924-3510
En Español a la doctora
Amalia Sirolli al (626)831-5471
Block Club Training
Want to start a block club?
Training has been scheduled for Saturday, August 18 at the Exposition Park Intergenerational Community Center (EPICC) located at 3990 S. Menlo Ave., L.A. 90007 from 8am to 12pm. Translation services and accommodations for people with disabilities are available with advance notice. For more info, please call (213) 763-0114.
Training has been scheduled for Saturday, August 18 at the Exposition Park Intergenerational Community Center (EPICC) located at 3990 S. Menlo Ave., L.A. 90007 from 8am to 12pm. Translation services and accommodations for people with disabilities are available with advance notice. For more info, please call (213) 763-0114.
Monday, July 2, 2007
Current Events in L.A.
Be In The Know...
Visit L.A. County Supervisor Yvonne B. Burke's homepage and sign up for her free electronic newsletter. Be informed about the going's on in the Second District.
Visit L.A. County Supervisor Yvonne B. Burke's homepage and sign up for her free electronic newsletter. Be informed about the going's on in the Second District.
Friday, June 22, 2007
Arts in L.A.
City of Los Angeles Cultural Affairs Department
Music LA
6 to 8 Weeks of Music Workshops - begins July 9, 2007
www.culturela.org
Contact: Angelica Loa
213-202-5561
angelica.loa@lacity.org
Music LA
6 to 8 Weeks of Music Workshops - begins July 9, 2007
www.culturela.org
Contact: Angelica Loa
213-202-5561
angelica.loa@lacity.org
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
12th Annual Central Avenue Jazz Festival
Saturday, July 28 and Sunday, July 29
The Dunbar Economic Development Corporation, the artistic director of the Annual Central Avenue Jazz Festival, announced the stellar line-up for the 12th Annual Central Avenue Jazz Festival on Saturday, July 28 and Sunday, July 29 from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. Admission and parking are free.
The streets of Central Avenue between 42nd Place and 43rd Street will come alive with the sounds of straight-ahead jazz and blues from high-caliber musicians:
Saturday, July 28:
Clora Bryant and guests, panel discussion
Paul Bryant Trio
Ernie Andrews, vocalist
Phil Ranelin
Jazz on the Latin Side All Stars
Arthur Blythe Quintet
Sunday, July 29:
Buddy Collette's Jazz America
CJS Quintet, winners of the Chuck Niles Award
Henry Franklin featuring Michael Sessions
Roy Gaines and surprise guests
Gilbert Castellanos Latin Trumpet Summit
Charles McPhearson
Sandra Booker's Underground Jazz Movement
The masters of ceremony are Michael Dolphin of the Dolphin's of Hollywood legacy, KKJZ Radio Personality Jose Rizo, and Jazz announcer James Janisse. Note: The order of appearance of performers may change.
"The Festival is one of the most important cultural events of the year," remarks Reginald Chapple, president and CEO of Dunbar EDC. "It is not only a tribute to the history of Los Angeles contribution to the music industry, but an opportunity for everyone to enjoy timeless music." Other activities at the Festival include art and crafts, food, and informational booths.
"Our focus, when selecting the entertainers, is to honor the rich music legacy of Central Avenue -- from the musicians to the orchestras that once graced the stages in nightclubs on Central Avenue," explained Jose Rizo, KKJZ radio personality and Dunbar EDC board member.
"It has always been important that the Central Avenue Festival reflects elements of the history of the avenue," says Michael Dolphin, a Dunbar EDC board member and Central Avenue historian. This year, blues legend Roy Gaines and surprise guests will lead a 50th Anniversary Tribute to "Mama" Laura Gross. Mama Laura has operated Babe and Ricky's (Blues) Inn, formerly located at 52nd and Central but now operating in Leimert Park, since 1957 - quite an accomplishment for any business owner, but certainly a tribute to the legacy of Central Avenue.
To learn more about the Dunbar EDC or the Festival, contact 323-234-7882 or visit the website at www.CentralAvenueJazzFestival.com.
The Dunbar Economic Development Corporation, the artistic director of the Annual Central Avenue Jazz Festival, announced the stellar line-up for the 12th Annual Central Avenue Jazz Festival on Saturday, July 28 and Sunday, July 29 from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. Admission and parking are free.
The streets of Central Avenue between 42nd Place and 43rd Street will come alive with the sounds of straight-ahead jazz and blues from high-caliber musicians:
Saturday, July 28:
Clora Bryant and guests, panel discussion
Paul Bryant Trio
Ernie Andrews, vocalist
Phil Ranelin
Jazz on the Latin Side All Stars
Arthur Blythe Quintet
Sunday, July 29:
Buddy Collette's Jazz America
CJS Quintet, winners of the Chuck Niles Award
Henry Franklin featuring Michael Sessions
Roy Gaines and surprise guests
Gilbert Castellanos Latin Trumpet Summit
Charles McPhearson
Sandra Booker's Underground Jazz Movement
The masters of ceremony are Michael Dolphin of the Dolphin's of Hollywood legacy, KKJZ Radio Personality Jose Rizo, and Jazz announcer James Janisse. Note: The order of appearance of performers may change.
"The Festival is one of the most important cultural events of the year," remarks Reginald Chapple, president and CEO of Dunbar EDC. "It is not only a tribute to the history of Los Angeles contribution to the music industry, but an opportunity for everyone to enjoy timeless music." Other activities at the Festival include art and crafts, food, and informational booths.
"Our focus, when selecting the entertainers, is to honor the rich music legacy of Central Avenue -- from the musicians to the orchestras that once graced the stages in nightclubs on Central Avenue," explained Jose Rizo, KKJZ radio personality and Dunbar EDC board member.
"It has always been important that the Central Avenue Festival reflects elements of the history of the avenue," says Michael Dolphin, a Dunbar EDC board member and Central Avenue historian. This year, blues legend Roy Gaines and surprise guests will lead a 50th Anniversary Tribute to "Mama" Laura Gross. Mama Laura has operated Babe and Ricky's (Blues) Inn, formerly located at 52nd and Central but now operating in Leimert Park, since 1957 - quite an accomplishment for any business owner, but certainly a tribute to the legacy of Central Avenue.
To learn more about the Dunbar EDC or the Festival, contact 323-234-7882 or visit the website at www.CentralAvenueJazzFestival.com.
Monday, June 18, 2007
NCs & LADWP MOU Committee Meeting
NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCILS/LADWP MOU OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE AND LANCC
DWP 07-08 & 08-09 BUDGET FORUM
Saturday, June 23, 2007
Location: DWP Building at 111 N. Hope Street, Los Angeles 90012, in the Portland/Los Angeles Rooms in the Cafeteria, A Level
Time: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Parking: Free Parking. Tell attendant you are attending Neighborhood council meeting or, get ticket validation at the meeting.
Refreshments: Complimentary at 9:00 AM
AGENDA
I. OPEN THE MEETING
II. INTRODUCTIONS
- DWP STAFF
- GUESTS
- OVERSIGHT
- LANCC
- NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCILS
III. DWP BUDGET PRESENTATION ON BUDGET INCREASES
IV. QUESTIONS - ANSWERS
V. ANNOUNCEMENTS/COMMENTS
VI. ADJOURNMENT
DWP 07-08 & 08-09 BUDGET FORUM
Saturday, June 23, 2007
Location: DWP Building at 111 N. Hope Street, Los Angeles 90012, in the Portland/Los Angeles Rooms in the Cafeteria, A Level
Time: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Parking: Free Parking. Tell attendant you are attending Neighborhood council meeting or, get ticket validation at the meeting.
Refreshments: Complimentary at 9:00 AM
AGENDA
I. OPEN THE MEETING
II. INTRODUCTIONS
- DWP STAFF
- GUESTS
- OVERSIGHT
- LANCC
- NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCILS
III. DWP BUDGET PRESENTATION ON BUDGET INCREASES
IV. QUESTIONS - ANSWERS
V. ANNOUNCEMENTS/COMMENTS
VI. ADJOURNMENT
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