Spotlight on Education: Toast on the Coast, PVPUSD’s biggest fundraiser of the year!
The Peninsula Education Foundation’s sold out Toast on the Coast on October 5 brought together the community for an unforgettable afternoon of fine wines, gourmet cuisine, and lively entertainment. The event raised a significant amount of funds for vital programs in the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District. Thanks to the generosity of attendees and […]
Spotlight on Education: “Save Our Schools” SOS! rally at Malaga Cove
On October 11, the local community rallied in favor of Measure SOS, a $297 million Palos Verdes Unified School District bond. The district’s aging classrooms and science laboratories are in need of repair. A power surge at Miraleste Intermediate School recently melted the electrical panel, closing the school for three days. Nearly 50 classrooms and school […]
Spotlight on community: 67th Annual Rolling Hills Estates City Celebration
Celebrating Community & Our Equestrian Heritage On September 14, the City of Rolling Hills Estates hosted its annual celebration at the Empty Saddle Club. Invitations were mailed to all RHE residents, providing them with two free passes for activities such as pony and horse rides, a petting zoo, face painting, and rock wall climbing, along […]
Portuguese Bend: a Portfolio by Tony LaBruno
Spotlight on Art: Multicultural Film Festival Brings on the Glitz
At Peninsula’s Hesse Park The Universe Multicultural Film Festival, produced each year by Lunada Bay resident Lynn Tang, featured performances, an awards presentation and screenings at the Peninsula Center Library and the Malaga Cove Library. The colorful event took place over the June 14 weekend. photos by Tony LaBruno
Spotlight on culture: PVPLD Friends of the Library Celebrate French Heritage
Families and neighbors joined the Peninsula Friends of the Library to celebrate the joie de vivre of French heritage on July 21 in the Peninsula Center Library Community Room. The standing-room-only afternoon was facilitated by Peninsula mom and veterinarian Emilie Lanquetot, who shared experiences of a French mother raising American-born children. Hélène Godec shared her […]
Spotlight on architecture: 100th birthday party for Malaga Cove home
photos by Tony LaBruno The Carr’s celebrated their family home’s 100th birthday on August 4. The house was the 7th house permitted on the Peninsula. It was built in 1924 and designed by architects David J. Winter and Loyall F. Watson. Winter and Watson were renowned for designing homes that recognized the relationship between architecture […]
Spotlight on Charity: PV Peninsula Seniors Olde-Fashioned Social
“Get the Scoop” On Sunday, July 21st, many community members joined Peninsula Seniors for an Olde-Fashioned Ice Cream social with local favorite, Handel’s Ice Cream. Served up at the beautiful Scriba Family Center for a mere $5 a scoop, guests were treated to a festive summer afternoon where they enjoyed a frozen dessert, saw familiar […]
Spotlight on Education: Kiwanis Club of Rolling Hills Estates Scholarship Luncheon
Higher Education for Kids Kiwanis Club of Rolling Hills Estates’ annual Scholarship Luncheon took place at the Los Verdes Golf Club on June 2nd. Sixteen students and their families gathered with 85 guests in the audience to share their personal goals for a better world. This year’s recipients earned a $1,000 award which focused on […]
Spotlight on Children: Breakfast at Tiffany’s Themed Evening
Las Madrecitas were “Holly Golightly” Las Madrecitas and Las Ninas hosted their annual Mother/Daughter tea and fundraising event to benefit the Luskin Orthopedic Institute for Children on May 19. This year’s theme was “Breakfast at Tiffany’s.” Guests dressed in their favorite Audrey Hepburn style while enjoying a buffet lunch prepared by the Palos Verdes Golf […]
Spotlight on charity: Special Children’s League (SCL)
Shop for a Cause at Annie’s Boutique SCL hosted Sips and Savories for guests at longtime Lunada Bay shop, Annie’s Boutique on May 2. Guests enjoyed shopping for summertime clothes, accessories and home decor from local artisans. Agapantha Jewelry’s Dani Paquin was showcased, featuring floral gold stud and dangling earrings, medallion pendant necklaces, “sixer” stacked […]
Spotlight on Charity: “Havana Nights” Party with a purpose
On the evening of April 27, the all volunteer Las Candalista hosted its annual Spring Fundraising Event at the Norris Pavilion. Guests were treated to a cocktail and salsa dancers upon arrival. Chef Dora passed appetizers while guests took in the silent and live auctions that included a luxury collection of beachfront resorts, a dinner […]
Spotlight on culture: “Celebrating Our Similarities” Armenian Heritage on Display
On April 28, in the Peninsula Center Library’s Community Room, friends and neighbors gathered to enjoy Armenian art, books, clothing, dance, food and music in a festive array of activities hosted by Executive Director Merlin David, and his team at the Peninsula Friends of the Library. Armenian dance demonstrations were taught by Michelle Papayans while […]
Spotlight on seniors: Cinco de Mayo Equals Fiesta at Peninsula Seniors
Peninsula Seniors Peninsula Seniors Dos de Mayo Taco Fiesta Peninsula Seniors hosted their signature event, a Dos de Mayo Taco Party Luncheon on Thursday, May 2, at the Scriba Family Center in Rolling Hills Estates. Over 80 attendees enjoyed a colorful Mexican fiesta catered by the Original Red Onion and owner Jeff Earl. A Peaceful […]
Spotlight on Art: PVAC Collected Treasures Sale Shop and Sip with Silent Auction
On the evening of March 21, the Palos Verdes Art Center (PVAC) hosted its opening reception for the annual and highly anticipated “Pre-Shop” Collected Treasures Sale. The silent auction featured a Marc Chagall lithograph, a Frank Romero signed print and a gourmet dinner to include wine pairings for up to 10 guests at a beautiful […]
Spotlight on Charity: A Night in Marrakesh-Spring Gala Palos Verdes Junior’s Women’s Club
PV Juniors celebrated its 65th year of service to the South Bay Community with a Night in Marrakesh Spring Season Gala on April 13 at the Windrift Hotel in Manhattan Beach. Guests enjoyed Moroccan-inspired music and dance performances along with a henna tattoo artist, tarot card readers, a live wine and silent auctions. There was […]