HAPPY HALLOWEEN
at Recreation and Parks
Festivities will take place at facilities citywide
A plethora of safe and enjoyable Halloween 2005 activities, many at no cost to revelers, will be offered at City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks facilities.
Choices will include haunted houses, carnivals, arts and crafts, games, giveaways of candy and other treats, and more, with scores of parks, recreation centers, and other facilities all joining in on the fun. Where fees are involved, the amounts will generally be minimal.
There will be both day and evening events over a 10-day period that begins on Saturday, October 22, and culminates on Monday, October 31, when most programs will be held. Numerous facilities will also have festivities on the weekend leading up to Halloween.
Some activities are for specific age groups, whether younger children (those age 12 or younger), teenagers, or senior citizens. Most are appropriate for all ages, and will include such things as costume and other contests (with prizes), moon bounces, food, and more.
Residents are encouraged to check with their local park or recreation center to find out what events are taking place.
A list of Halloween events is available on the Department's website, www.laparks.org/pdf/halloweenevents.pdf. Angelinos can also call the Recreation and Parks toll-free information line, 1-888-LA-PARKS (527-2757), for help finding an event in their neighborhood.
MEDIA CONTACTS
Jane Kolb: (213) 928-9294, or cell (323) 816-6712
Harvey Drut: (213) 928-9296, or cell (323) 816-6711
Thursday, October 20, 2005
Thursday, September 08, 2005
SMALL ALLIGATOR CAPTURED
The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) "fished" a small alligator out of the Flood Control Channel in Harbor City tonight at approximately 8:45 p.m. With assistance from the Department of Recreation and Parks, the alligator was wrapped in a net and swung up from the channel. LAFD and Rec and Parks personnel are waiting for the City's Animal Control Department to arrive and transport the animal. It's final destination will be the Los Angele Zoo.
For more information call Jim Wells at LAFD media relations, 213-485-5162
The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) "fished" a small alligator out of the Flood Control Channel in Harbor City tonight at approximately 8:45 p.m. With assistance from the Department of Recreation and Parks, the alligator was wrapped in a net and swung up from the channel. LAFD and Rec and Parks personnel are waiting for the City's Animal Control Department to arrive and transport the animal. It's final destination will be the Los Angele Zoo.
For more information call Jim Wells at LAFD media relations, 213-485-5162
Wednesday, August 24, 2005
Alligator News
from the Los Angeles Police Department:
Arrest Made Related to Alligator Release
Los Angeles: Two men were arrested yesterday and early this morning, August 24, 2005, on conspiracy charges related to the illegal possession of exotic animals and the release of an alligator into Machado Lake in San Pedro.
The arrest came after a citizen tip led detectives to the 1900 block of Elanita Street, San Pedro. Accompanied by Los Angeles City Animal Services, California State Department of Fish and Game and Federal Fish and Wildlife officers, LAPD dectectives served a search warrant yesterday, around 7 p.m. The resident, Anthony Brewer, 36, was arrested after investigators found evidence of an alligator habitat, photographs of alligators, narcotics and two live snapping turtles.
The investigation led detectives to a second location the same night at 2530 South Moray Street, San Pedro. Todd Natow, 42, was arrested around 3 a.m. this morning, after detectives served a second search warrant and found Natow in possession of 3 alligators, 4 Piranha fish, 1 rattlesnake, 3 desert tortoises, 6 desert tortoise eggs, 1 scorpion and 6 live marijuana plants (approximately 10 pounds).
Investigators believe the conspiracy included Brewer giving the alligator, named Reggie, to Natow, who later released it into Machado Lake.
All the animals seized were in good physical condition. They are currently in the care of the State Department of Fish and Game.
Anyone with information on this investigation is asked to call the LAPD 24-hour toll free number at 1-877-LAWFULL (529-3855).
media contact: 213-485-3586
email: pio@lapd.lacity.org
from the Los Angeles Police Department:
Arrest Made Related to Alligator Release
Los Angeles: Two men were arrested yesterday and early this morning, August 24, 2005, on conspiracy charges related to the illegal possession of exotic animals and the release of an alligator into Machado Lake in San Pedro.
The arrest came after a citizen tip led detectives to the 1900 block of Elanita Street, San Pedro. Accompanied by Los Angeles City Animal Services, California State Department of Fish and Game and Federal Fish and Wildlife officers, LAPD dectectives served a search warrant yesterday, around 7 p.m. The resident, Anthony Brewer, 36, was arrested after investigators found evidence of an alligator habitat, photographs of alligators, narcotics and two live snapping turtles.
The investigation led detectives to a second location the same night at 2530 South Moray Street, San Pedro. Todd Natow, 42, was arrested around 3 a.m. this morning, after detectives served a second search warrant and found Natow in possession of 3 alligators, 4 Piranha fish, 1 rattlesnake, 3 desert tortoises, 6 desert tortoise eggs, 1 scorpion and 6 live marijuana plants (approximately 10 pounds).
Investigators believe the conspiracy included Brewer giving the alligator, named Reggie, to Natow, who later released it into Machado Lake.
All the animals seized were in good physical condition. They are currently in the care of the State Department of Fish and Game.
Anyone with information on this investigation is asked to call the LAPD 24-hour toll free number at 1-877-LAWFULL (529-3855).
media contact: 213-485-3586
email: pio@lapd.lacity.org
Tuesday, August 23, 2005
Florida 'Gator' Team
To Aid in Alligator Quest
At Lake Machado
August 23, 2005, 11:00 a.m. – A team of four alligator experts has arrived at Ken Malloy Regional Park to aid the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks in capturing the alligator in Lake Machado. The team is from Gatorland in Orlando Florida and is lead by Tim Williams, “Dean of Gator Wrestling.” Known internationally as the “Alligator Capital of the World,” Gatorland provides affordable priced family-fun with thousands of alligators and crocodiles, one-of-a-kind reptilian shows, educational programs and much more.
Williams has over 30 years experience in the alligator business. Before joining Gatorland, he served as General Manager and Director of Shows at St. Augustine Alligator Farm. He wrestled gators and trained other wranglers. In addition, he developed educational programs for the public as well as for law enforcement and health and medical professionals. What makes gators so alluring? “It’s the danger,” Williams observes. “You never know what to expect.”
Gatorland has volunteered to catch the alligator and while the City is paying expenses, the Florida park is providing the manpower. The Gatorland group arrived at the Lake this morning and includes Ronnie Mitchell, David Harris and Flavio Morrissiey.
For information on Gatorland, visit their website www.gatorland.com.
Media Contact:
Jane Kolb - 213-928-9294
cell: 323-816- 6712
To Aid in Alligator Quest
At Lake Machado
August 23, 2005, 11:00 a.m. – A team of four alligator experts has arrived at Ken Malloy Regional Park to aid the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks in capturing the alligator in Lake Machado. The team is from Gatorland in Orlando Florida and is lead by Tim Williams, “Dean of Gator Wrestling.” Known internationally as the “Alligator Capital of the World,” Gatorland provides affordable priced family-fun with thousands of alligators and crocodiles, one-of-a-kind reptilian shows, educational programs and much more.
Williams has over 30 years experience in the alligator business. Before joining Gatorland, he served as General Manager and Director of Shows at St. Augustine Alligator Farm. He wrestled gators and trained other wranglers. In addition, he developed educational programs for the public as well as for law enforcement and health and medical professionals. What makes gators so alluring? “It’s the danger,” Williams observes. “You never know what to expect.”
Gatorland has volunteered to catch the alligator and while the City is paying expenses, the Florida park is providing the manpower. The Gatorland group arrived at the Lake this morning and includes Ronnie Mitchell, David Harris and Flavio Morrissiey.
For information on Gatorland, visit their website www.gatorland.com.
Media Contact:
Jane Kolb - 213-928-9294
cell: 323-816- 6712
Thursday, August 18, 2005
ALLIGATOR UPDATE
Lake Machado, Ken Malloy Regional Park
Los Angeles, August 18, 2005, 2:30 p.m. Jay Young, the “Gator Wrangler,” hired by the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks will take at least a week’s break, maybe two, in his quest to capture the alligator in Lake Machado at Ken Malloy Regional Park. According to Young, “the gator is stressed and we don’t want him scared or sick.”
Young offered his services for free if he didn’t catch the gator, but according to Jon Kirk Mukri, Department General Manager, he will be paid for his time.
The Department is installing temporary security fencing around the lake today and will post 24-hour security managed by Department Park Rangers.
Watch for updates on this Web log, LA Parks News and Information.
Media Contact: Jane Kolb 213-928-9294
cell 323-816-6712
email: Jkolb@rap.lacity.org
Lake Machado, Ken Malloy Regional Park
Los Angeles, August 18, 2005, 2:30 p.m. Jay Young, the “Gator Wrangler,” hired by the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks will take at least a week’s break, maybe two, in his quest to capture the alligator in Lake Machado at Ken Malloy Regional Park. According to Young, “the gator is stressed and we don’t want him scared or sick.”
Young offered his services for free if he didn’t catch the gator, but according to Jon Kirk Mukri, Department General Manager, he will be paid for his time.
The Department is installing temporary security fencing around the lake today and will post 24-hour security managed by Department Park Rangers.
Watch for updates on this Web log, LA Parks News and Information.
Media Contact: Jane Kolb 213-928-9294
cell 323-816-6712
email: Jkolb@rap.lacity.org
Wednesday, August 17, 2005
NEW SYNTHETIC SOCCER FIELD
AT GRIFFITH PARK
The Department of Recreation and Parks joined Councilmember Tom LaBonge on Tuesday, August 16, to dedicate a synthetic surface soccer field at Griffith Park. A significant advantage of having the two-acre synthetic surfa
ce is the reduction in maintenance costs. Funding for the $1.1 million project came from Proposition K ($700,000) and the Federal Land and Water Conservation Fund ($400,000). Land Images of Los Angeles designed the field, Los Angeles Engineering, Inc. of Rosemead performed the work, and the Bureau of Engineering (Department of Public Works) managed the project.CUTTING THE RIBBON: Pictured above (from left to right) Jon Kirk Mukri, General Manager, Department of Recreation and Parks; Cathie Santo-Domingo, Project Manager, Bureau of Engineering; Neil Drucker, Prop K Project Manager, Bureau of Engineering; soccer captains from local youth teams, Fourth District Councilman Tom LaBonge and Mark Mariscal, Griffith Metro Region Superintendent, Department of Recreation and Parks.
MEDIA CONTACTS
Jane Kolb: (213) 928-9294, or cell (323) 816-6712
Harvey Drut: (213) 928-9296, or cell (323) 816-6711
Tuesday, August 09, 2005
ECHO DEEP POOL RENOVATION
GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY
A groundbreaking ceremony was held on Monday, August 8, to mark the start of construction on a $5.9 million overhaul at the Echo Park Deep Pool, a City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks facility located near downtown. Ceremonies included, from left to right Recreation and Parks (RAP)Assistant General Manager Jim Combs, RAP Executive officer, Robert H. Jensen; First District Councilman Ed P. Reyes; Bureau of Engineering Project Manager Cathie Santo Domingo, Deputy Chief City Engineer Bradley Smith, and RAP Aquatics Director Joe Batarse. Children were from the Echo Park Child Care Center, Echo Park Recreation Center and Echo Park Boys and Girls Club
GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY
A groundbreaking ceremony was held on Monday, August 8, to mark the start of construction on a $5.9 million overhaul at the Echo Park Deep Pool, a City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks facility located near downtown. Ceremonies included, from left to right Recreation and Parks (RAP)Assistant General Manager Jim Combs, RAP Executive officer, Robert H. Jensen; First District Councilman Ed P. Reyes; Bureau of Engineering Project Manager Cathie Santo Domingo, Deputy Chief City Engineer Bradley Smith, and RAP Aquatics Director Joe Batarse. Children were from the Echo Park Child Care Center, Echo Park Recreation Center and Echo Park Boys and Girls Club
Monday, August 08, 2005
MEDIA ADVISORY
GROUNDBREAKING FOR RENOVATIONS
Echo Park Deep Pool
WHEN: Monday, August 8, 2005 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Echo Park Deep Pool 1419 Colton St.
WHAT: Groundbreaking for a $5.9 million overhaul at the Echo Park Deep
Pool, a City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks facility located just west of the downtown area. The project will consist of renovation of the building in which the pool is housed and improvements to the existing adjacent bathhouse (including a new roof over the entire aquatic complex), upgrades to the restrooms, locker room, and shower area to make them compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act, modernization of the facility's mechanical and electrical systems, and more.
Project funding comes from Proposition 12 ($2.8 million), the City of Los Angeles Sites and Facilities fund ($2.1 million), and Proposition K ($1 million). Frank R. Webb Architects of Los Angeles designed the improvements, which will be built by Tobo Construction, Inc. of North Hollywood. The Department of Public Works' Bureau of Engineering will manage the project through its Recreational and Cultural Facilities Program, with support from the Recreation and Parks Citywide Aquatics Section.
WHO: Councilmember Ed P. Reyes (1st District, in which Echo Park Deep Pool is located)
Robert H. Jensen, Executive Officer, Department of Recreation and Parks
James L. Combs, Asst. Gen. Mgr. - Operations West, Dept. of Recreation and Parks
Bradley M. Smith, Chief Deputy City Engineer, Department of Public Works
TO GET TO ECHO PARK DEEP POOL: From the 101 (Hollywood) Freeway, exit at Alvarado St. Take Alvarado St south two blocks to Temple St. Take Temple St. east about ½-mile to Glendale Blvd. Take Glendale Blvd. south about ¼-mile to Colton St. Take Colton St. east one block to the facility. (Thomas Guide page 634, grid E2).
MEDIA CONTACTS
Harvey Drut: (213) 928-9296, or cell (323) 816-6711
Jane Kolb: (213) 928-9294, or cell (323) 816-6712
Aquatics: Mary Bingham, (323) 906-7953
GROUNDBREAKING FOR RENOVATIONS
Echo Park Deep Pool
WHEN: Monday, August 8, 2005 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Echo Park Deep Pool 1419 Colton St.
WHAT: Groundbreaking for a $5.9 million overhaul at the Echo Park Deep
Pool, a City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks facility located just west of the downtown area. The project will consist of renovation of the building in which the pool is housed and improvements to the existing adjacent bathhouse (including a new roof over the entire aquatic complex), upgrades to the restrooms, locker room, and shower area to make them compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act, modernization of the facility's mechanical and electrical systems, and more.
Project funding comes from Proposition 12 ($2.8 million), the City of Los Angeles Sites and Facilities fund ($2.1 million), and Proposition K ($1 million). Frank R. Webb Architects of Los Angeles designed the improvements, which will be built by Tobo Construction, Inc. of North Hollywood. The Department of Public Works' Bureau of Engineering will manage the project through its Recreational and Cultural Facilities Program, with support from the Recreation and Parks Citywide Aquatics Section.
WHO: Councilmember Ed P. Reyes (1st District, in which Echo Park Deep Pool is located)
Robert H. Jensen, Executive Officer, Department of Recreation and Parks
James L. Combs, Asst. Gen. Mgr. - Operations West, Dept. of Recreation and Parks
Bradley M. Smith, Chief Deputy City Engineer, Department of Public Works
TO GET TO ECHO PARK DEEP POOL: From the 101 (Hollywood) Freeway, exit at Alvarado St. Take Alvarado St south two blocks to Temple St. Take Temple St. east about ½-mile to Glendale Blvd. Take Glendale Blvd. south about ¼-mile to Colton St. Take Colton St. east one block to the facility. (Thomas Guide page 634, grid E2).
MEDIA CONTACTS
Harvey Drut: (213) 928-9296, or cell (323) 816-6711
Jane Kolb: (213) 928-9294, or cell (323) 816-6712
Aquatics: Mary Bingham, (323) 906-7953
Recreation and Park Commission
TO MEET IN NORTHEAST LOS ANGELES
LOS ANGELES – The City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks’ Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners will hold an evening meeting on Tuesday, August 9, 2005 at 5:30 p.m. at Ramona Hall, 4580 N. Figueroa St., in the northeast portion of the city.
Councilmember Ed P. Reyes, who represents the 1st District is scheduled to give a welcome. The public is invited to attend.
Commission meetings are regularly held on the first and third Wednesdays of each month, except for July and August, when the board meets just once each month, on the second Wednesday. The August meeting was moved to accomodate the schedules of commissioners.
Media contact: Jane Kolb, (213) 928-9294
TO MEET IN NORTHEAST LOS ANGELES
LOS ANGELES – The City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks’ Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners will hold an evening meeting on Tuesday, August 9, 2005 at 5:30 p.m. at Ramona Hall, 4580 N. Figueroa St., in the northeast portion of the city.
Councilmember Ed P. Reyes, who represents the 1st District is scheduled to give a welcome. The public is invited to attend.
Commission meetings are regularly held on the first and third Wednesdays of each month, except for July and August, when the board meets just once each month, on the second Wednesday. The August meeting was moved to accomodate the schedules of commissioners.
Media contact: Jane Kolb, (213) 928-9294
Wednesday, August 03, 2005
MEDIA ADVISORY
LEARN ABOUT THE OCEAN, AND MORE
Opening of Virginia Reid Moore Library
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
WHEN: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. through Saturday, August 6, 2005
(Friday is noon to 5:00 p.m.)
WHERE: Virginia Reid Moore Library
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
3720 Stephen M. White Dr.,
San Pedro
WHAT: A multi-day event to celebrate the opening of a considerable addition to Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, a City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks facility located in San Pedro. The Virginia Reid Moore Marine Research Library is part of a $10 million expansion; it is named for a woman who was born in Long Beach, served as a librarian during World War II, and devoted her life to philanthropy. Activities will include craft projects, story time and book readings, music, and tours of the library.
Informational materials at the Reid Library focus on the richness and diversity of Southern California marine life. Computer stations are provided so that visitors can browse the Internet for marine science resources, and there is a host of additional amenities that add to the library's appeal, including comfortable seating areas, carrels and tables that offer quiet space to work and reflect, and panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean from a large window.
VISUALS: A beautiful new facility with all kinds of marine-related stuff on display and children enjoying the facility
TO GET TO CABRILLO MARINE AQUARIUM: Take the 110 (Harbor) Freeway south to its terminus at Gaffey St. Exit there and take Gaffey St. south about 1½ miles to 22nd St. Take 22nd St. east two blocks to Pacific Ave. Take Pacific Ave. south about one mile to Stephen M. White Dr. Take Stephen M. White Dr. southeast to the facility entrance. (Thomas Guide page 854, grid C2).
MEDIA CONTACTS
Harvey Drut: (213) 928-9296, or cell (323) 816-6711
Jane Kolb: (213) 928-9294, or cell (323) 816-6712
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
Marisol Ramos-Lum: (310) 548-7562, ext. 220
LEARN ABOUT THE OCEAN, AND MORE
Opening of Virginia Reid Moore Library
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
WHEN: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. through Saturday, August 6, 2005
(Friday is noon to 5:00 p.m.)
WHERE: Virginia Reid Moore Library
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
3720 Stephen M. White Dr.,
San Pedro
WHAT: A multi-day event to celebrate the opening of a considerable addition to Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, a City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks facility located in San Pedro. The Virginia Reid Moore Marine Research Library is part of a $10 million expansion; it is named for a woman who was born in Long Beach, served as a librarian during World War II, and devoted her life to philanthropy. Activities will include craft projects, story time and book readings, music, and tours of the library.
Informational materials at the Reid Library focus on the richness and diversity of Southern California marine life. Computer stations are provided so that visitors can browse the Internet for marine science resources, and there is a host of additional amenities that add to the library's appeal, including comfortable seating areas, carrels and tables that offer quiet space to work and reflect, and panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean from a large window.
VISUALS: A beautiful new facility with all kinds of marine-related stuff on display and children enjoying the facility
TO GET TO CABRILLO MARINE AQUARIUM: Take the 110 (Harbor) Freeway south to its terminus at Gaffey St. Exit there and take Gaffey St. south about 1½ miles to 22nd St. Take 22nd St. east two blocks to Pacific Ave. Take Pacific Ave. south about one mile to Stephen M. White Dr. Take Stephen M. White Dr. southeast to the facility entrance. (Thomas Guide page 854, grid C2).
MEDIA CONTACTS
Harvey Drut: (213) 928-9296, or cell (323) 816-6711
Jane Kolb: (213) 928-9294, or cell (323) 816-6712
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
Marisol Ramos-Lum: (310) 548-7562, ext. 220
"SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA"
CLOSING SHOWS
Final performances of the 8th annual series
Point Fermin Park
LOS ANGELES - The closing performances of the 8th annual Shakespeare by the Sea series will be given on Friday, August 12, and Saturday, August 13, 2005 at Point Fermin Park, a City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks facility located in San Pedro.
This year's productions are Othello and The Merry Wives of Windsor, and they will be presented once each in that order beginning at 7:00 p.m., with a pre-show program at 6:30 p.m. both nights. There is no charge for admission to the performances.
Guests are encouraged to dress warmly for the cool night air; Point Fermin Park overlooks the Pacific Ocean and provides a wonderful venue underneath starlit skies where these works from the Bard can be enjoyed.
Attendees are welcome to bring picnics, blankets, and lawn chairs for comfort. There is some bench seating available on a first-come, first-served basis, and various concessions will also be available from local vendors.
Point Fermin Park is located at 807 Paseo Del Mar, at the end of Gaffey Street. For more information, call (310) 548-7705, or visit www.shakespearebythesea.org.
MEDIA CONTACTS
Harvey Drut: (213) 928-9296, or cell (323) 816-6711
Jane Kolb: (213) 928-9294, or cell (323) 816-6712
Point Fermin Park: (310) 548-7705
CLOSING SHOWS
Final performances of the 8th annual series
Point Fermin Park
LOS ANGELES - The closing performances of the 8th annual Shakespeare by the Sea series will be given on Friday, August 12, and Saturday, August 13, 2005 at Point Fermin Park, a City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks facility located in San Pedro.
This year's productions are Othello and The Merry Wives of Windsor, and they will be presented once each in that order beginning at 7:00 p.m., with a pre-show program at 6:30 p.m. both nights. There is no charge for admission to the performances.
Guests are encouraged to dress warmly for the cool night air; Point Fermin Park overlooks the Pacific Ocean and provides a wonderful venue underneath starlit skies where these works from the Bard can be enjoyed.
Attendees are welcome to bring picnics, blankets, and lawn chairs for comfort. There is some bench seating available on a first-come, first-served basis, and various concessions will also be available from local vendors.
Point Fermin Park is located at 807 Paseo Del Mar, at the end of Gaffey Street. For more information, call (310) 548-7705, or visit www.shakespearebythesea.org.
MEDIA CONTACTS
Harvey Drut: (213) 928-9296, or cell (323) 816-6711
Jane Kolb: (213) 928-9294, or cell (323) 816-6712
Point Fermin Park: (310) 548-7705
Friday, July 29, 2005
Media Advisory
LADIES AGE 50 AND OLDER TEE UP
35th Annual
City of Los Angeles Senior Women's golf tournament
WHEN: Saturday, July 30, 2005 7:00 a.m. to 1:0 0 p.m.
Sunday, July 31, 2005 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Rancho Park Golf Course 10460 Pico Blvd., West Los Angeles
WHAT: The 35th annual City of Los Angeles Senior Women's
Golf Championship & Handicap Tournament, sponsored by the Department of Recreation and Parks and played on a Department course located in West Los Angeles. The 36-hole competition is conducted by the Los Angeles Municipal Golf Association. Nearly 50 players who are age 50 or older will be seeking the title held by An Marie Ekfeldt.
VISUALS: Some pretty good senior women golfers teeing it up
A beautiful municipal golf course
TO GET TO RANCHO PARK GOLF COURSE: From the 405 (San Diego) Freeway exit at Santa Monica Blvd. Take Santa Monica Blvd. east/northeast about ½-mile to Westwood Blvd. Take Westwood Blvd. south/southeast about ¾-mile to Pico Blvd. Take Pico Blvd. east/northeast about one mile to the course entrance. OR: From the 10 (Santa Monica/Rosa Parks) Freeway, exit at Overland Ave. Take Overland Ave. north/northwest about ¾-mile to Pico Blvd. Take Pico Blvd. east/northeast about ½-mile to the entrance. (Thomas Guide page 632, grid E5).
MEDIA CONTACTS
Harvey Drut: (213) 928-9296, or cell (323) 816-6711
Jane Kolb: (213) 928-9294, or cell (323) 816-6712
Rancho Park Golf Course: Jim Gerhardt, (310) 838-7373
LADIES AGE 50 AND OLDER TEE UP
35th Annual
City of Los Angeles Senior Women's golf tournament
WHEN: Saturday, July 30, 2005 7:00 a.m. to 1:0 0 p.m.
Sunday, July 31, 2005 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Rancho Park Golf Course 10460 Pico Blvd., West Los Angeles
WHAT: The 35th annual City of Los Angeles Senior Women's
Golf Championship & Handicap Tournament, sponsored by the Department of Recreation and Parks and played on a Department course located in West Los Angeles. The 36-hole competition is conducted by the Los Angeles Municipal Golf Association. Nearly 50 players who are age 50 or older will be seeking the title held by An Marie Ekfeldt.
VISUALS: Some pretty good senior women golfers teeing it up
A beautiful municipal golf course
TO GET TO RANCHO PARK GOLF COURSE: From the 405 (San Diego) Freeway exit at Santa Monica Blvd. Take Santa Monica Blvd. east/northeast about ½-mile to Westwood Blvd. Take Westwood Blvd. south/southeast about ¾-mile to Pico Blvd. Take Pico Blvd. east/northeast about one mile to the course entrance. OR: From the 10 (Santa Monica/Rosa Parks) Freeway, exit at Overland Ave. Take Overland Ave. north/northwest about ¾-mile to Pico Blvd. Take Pico Blvd. east/northeast about ½-mile to the entrance. (Thomas Guide page 632, grid E5).
MEDIA CONTACTS
Harvey Drut: (213) 928-9296, or cell (323) 816-6711
Jane Kolb: (213) 928-9294, or cell (323) 816-6712
Rancho Park Golf Course: Jim Gerhardt, (310) 838-7373
BLACK TONGUED BELLS
AT PERSHING SQUARE
"Swamp opera" to preview during August Concert Series
"Swamp opera" to preview during August Concert Series
LOS ANGELES - Black Tongued Bells will appear at Pershing Square on Tuesday, August 16 from noon to 2:00 p.m. as part of the annual free summer concert series at this popular downtown outdoor venue to perform its unique brand of country music and Zydeco blues in a special preview of their soon-to-be staged production in the Hollywood theatre district.
Also on the slate is the August 2 Tribute Tuesday show, which will have Led Zepagain playing the music of the 1960s and 1970s rock and roll giants Led Zeppelin from noon to 2:00 p.m. Omo Olfi will turn up the heat with its style of salsa rumba on Salsa Sunday, which is the third Sunday (August 21) from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., with plenty of room for dancing, too.
The Summer Youth Concert will feature Teen Grooves, Hip Hop Harry, and an amazing presentation by Mestre Boneco Capoeira Brasil (which combines martial arts and dance set to music) on Tuesday, August 23. This kids-oriented event will run from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with inflatable rides, games, and more also being part of the festivities.
Other August shows will include: Red Hill (jazz), Soul Dogs (blues), Bandshe (dance), Twig Face (1980's pop), La Chicana (Latin rock), and California Jammin' (radio hits). These concerts are on Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 2:00 p.m.
Pershing Square is located at 532 S. Olive St., between 5th and 6th streets, with plenty of shaded eating areas. Food and beverages will be available for purchase at the venue, but guests are also welcome to bring their own and come as a group. For more information about the concert series, call (213) 847-4970, or visit www.laparks.org/pershingsquare/pershing.htm.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Jane Kolb: (213) 928-9294, or cell (323) 816-6712
Harvey Drut: (213) 928-9296, or cell (323) 816-6711
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