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A Star-Spangled 4th of July in West Adams! And many community activities next week.


By Laura Meyers

1). CELEBRATE JULY 4th WITH WAHA
Tuesday, July 4 1-4 p.m. The Stearns-Dockweiler Residence, 27 St. James Park (North of Adams, west of Chester Place/Mount St. Mary's, between Figueroa and Hoover)

Please join your West Adams friends and neighbors at WAHA's annual 4th of July picnic. Everyone is welcome! This year's star-spangled afternoon of patriotic fun will be held at the home of Jim and Janice Robinson on the lawns of their lovely landmark Victorian-era Colonial Revival mansion.

If you are new to West Adams, this event is the one to attend! Lots of new neighbors to meet, and lots of fun for the kids.

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Fun and Food in the Sun! Plus, a Mills Act Workshop.


By Laura Meyers

Applications will also be available at the workshop. Who: The property must be either a City of Los Angeles Cultural Monument or a Contributing Structure in a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone. Generally speaking, a property's tax assessed value must be not more than $500,000 for a single family dwelling or $1,500,000 for a multifamily dwelling or commercial or industrial building. Property purchased prior to 1978 will probably not receive a tax reduction. Property purchased before 1989 will likely receive a minimal tax reduction. Property purchased after 1989 is the most likely to receive a rate reduction.

If you would like to attend please RSVP to info@unnc.org. Or call (323) 731-8686 Please bring a picture of the front of your property, if possible.

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Please join WAHA as we celebrate Historic Preservation Month on May 20th - plus abundant "Treasures" this month!


By Laura Meyers

1). GOOD STUFF GALORE
Friday and Saturday, May 12 and 13 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days 4311 Victoria Park Drive (in Victoria Circle - enter on Windsor turning south from Pico - the neighborhood is gated)

Longtime WAHA members Joyce Albers and Jerry Mendelsohn have moved to Kansas City. But they've left behind many treasures for an estate sale this week. Check out dozens of vintage 1940s rayon dresses, hats and purses; a carved Victorian couch and matching chair, antique dining room set, an oak armoire, and a three-door French armoire; a set of vintage " Syracuse" restaurant dishes, and many collectibles, books and ephemera, lighting, not to mention a garage full of the nuts and bolts of a lifetime of restoring old houses.

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Marathon Weekend - and we do mean Marathon!


By Laura Meyers

For those of you new to West Adams, make no plans for Sunday - you are literally surrounded by runners and street closures along the 26.2 mile route. Stay out home, garden, or walk out and cheer the marathoners. Visit www.lamarathon.com for more information.

But Saturday - that's a different story.

1). RESTAURANT HISTORICAL SOCIETY KICK-OFF
Saturday, March 18 10 a.m. Hollywood Heritage Museum, 2100 N. Highland Avenue ( Hollywood)

You are invited to a new group devoted to classic restaurants and nightclubs

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The Arts in West Adams, Universal Play, and Student Housing.


By Laura Meyers

1). BOROUGHS OF LOS ANGELES
Saturday, March 4 7-10 p.m. The William Grant Still Arts Center, 2520 S. West View Street (west of Crenshaw, just off of Adams) The public is cordially invited to attend the opening reception for "Boroughs of Los Angeles," a collaborative juried fine arts show jointly sponsored by the USC School of Fine Arts and supported by USC, UCLA, Otis, Cal Arts, and Art Center. The reception will feature the music of the Sam Brawner Trio. Free. The William Grant Still Arts center is a facility of the City of Los Angeles Cultural Affairs Department. 323-734-1164/65

2). INTRODUCING THE DORCHESTER ARTS SALON
Sunday, March 12 Noon to 5 p.m. 2881 West 15th Street ( Harvard Heights)

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Firehouse Meeting TONIGHT! LAUSD High School Selection Wednesday, WAHA Black History Event & Potluck Sunday.


By Laura Meyers

1). COMMUNITY MEETING FOR ENGINE COMPANY NO. 18
Tuesday, February 7 6 p.m. FAME Media Center, 1968 West Adams Blvd. (at Hobart)

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Vintage Collectibles, Tour a Renovated House, and Public Meetings Galore!


By Laura Meyers

Isn't it time to get involved with your community?

1). COLLECTIBLES CLUTTER MUST GO!
Saturday, January 21 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 4311 Victoria Park Drive ( Victoria Circle - enter from Windsor off of Pico)

Longtime WAHA members are cleaning house - they are clearing out the clutter of vintage collectibles at a garage sale tomorrow. Collectibles, household items, furniture, records, rugs, picture frames & more.

2). L.A. RIVER WORKSHOPS
San Fernando Valley Saturday, January 21 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Reseda High School, 18230 Kittridge St., Reseda

South Los Angeles Tuesday, January 24 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Exposition Park Intergenerational Community Center, 3890 S. Menlo Ave.

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Last Call for Cemetery Tour Tickets, Historic Engine House No. 18, Kinney Heights Tour, and more!


By Laura Meyers

1). LAST CALL! A FEW SPOTS LEFT ON LIVING HISTORY TOUR AT ANGELUS ROSEDALE CEMETERY
Saturday, September 24

The Angelus Rosedale Cemetery was founded in 1884, and is now home to many generations of Los Angeles' early citizens, representing every race, faith and creed. Every year, WAHA focuses on some of their life stories by presenting a Living History Tour at Angelus Rosedale Cemetery, featuring actor portrayals of some of the individuals buried at the cemetery.

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Tea at the Gardens, Doheny Mansion Tours, Environmental Clearances, and more!


By Laura Meyers

1). OPEN SATURDAY AT PEACE LABYRINTH AND GARDENS
Saturday, September 10 2 - 6 p.m. 4 - 5 p.m. Afternoon Tea Peace Labyrinth and Gardens at the Guasti Villa, 3500 W. Adams Blvd. (at 5th Avenue, a few blocks west of Arlington)

If you\'ve missed seeing the Guasti Villa/Busby Berkeley Mansion at prior events, or you have been there but are eager to return, here\'s your chance. Peace Labyrinth and Gardens is sponsoring an Open Saturday event, with a Special Afternoon Tea (donation: $8.00) featuring handmade sweets and savories, and organic Urth Caffe teas.

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A Busy Weekend with Lots of Food!


By Laura Meyers

1). OPEN SATURDAYS AT PEACE LABYRINTH AND GARDENS
Saturday, August 27 2 - 6 p.m. 4 - 5 p.m. Afternoon Tea Peace Labyrinth and Gardens at the Guasti Villa, 3500 W. Adams Blvd. (at 5th Avenue, a few blocks west of Arlington)

If you missed seeing the Guasti Villa/Busby Berkeley Mansion on Community Unity Day in June or at prior events, or you were there and are eager to return, here's your chance. Peace Labyrinth and Gardens is sponsoring an Open Saturday event, with a Special Afternoon Tea ($8.00) featuring fresh-made gourmet tea sandwiches, specialty tea cakes, and organic Urth Caffe teas.

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