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Holmby News 8-2-24

HOLMBY NEWS
August 2, 2024

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  Tree Trimming in Westwood Village
2.  Events at Westwood Library – This Saturday
3.  Cinema Under the Stars – Finding Nemo
4.  JazzPOP at the Hammer Museum
5.  Activities & Things to Do
6.  Resident Ads
7.  Local Discounts & HWPOA Benefits

1.  TREE TRIMMING IN WESTWOOD VILLAGE

From the Westwood Village Improvement Association (WVIA):

The annual WVIA tree trimming has begun in Westwood Village and will continue through Friday, August 17. The trimming will be conducted between 6:00 am and 4:00 pm.

During this period, you may see temporary “No Parking” signs on the meters and poles, which will be removed once the trimming is finished. While the tree trimming is in progress, some noise may be experienced. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions, concerns, or feedback. We value your input and would love to hear your thoughts once the work is completed.

2.  EVENTS AT WESTWOOD LIBRARY – THIS SATURDAY

Book Sale
Saturday, August 3rd, at 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Head on over to the Friends of Westwood Library Book Sale this Saturday, August 3rd, at 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. You will find a huge selection of carefully curated, gently used books (including kids’ books and art books) offered at the usual great prices! It’s a splendid opportunity to increase your personal library while raising money for our Westwood Library.

Play Readings
Saturday, August 3rd, at 2:30-4:30 p.m.

Join us this Saturday, August 3rd, at 2:30-4:30 p.m. when members of the Alliance of Los Angeles Playwrights will present readings of six short works by six different local playwrights performed by professional actors. Expect a mix of comedy and drama. Everyone is welcome, but please note some of the material may not be appropriate for children.

Reserve your spot by emailing monadm@laplaywrights.org with “RSVP for Aug. 3” in the subject line.

The plays being read are:

In Passing… Again by Leigh Kennicott

Fruits and Nuts by Gene DeJoie

Social Worker of the Year by Sarah Hunter

Connie and Aspen by Nealla Spano Gordon

In the Stacks by Grant Gottschall
A Twin Out of Time by Rom Watson

There will be a discussion and light refreshments afterward.

Parking will be validated.

3.  CINEMA UNDER THE STARS – FINDING NEMO

Join the WVIA in Westwood Village for Cinema Under the Stars!  Every second Saturday of the month this summer, we’ll be screening family-friendly movies!  This month’s feature is Finding Nemo!

Cinema Under the Stars
Finding Nemo
Saturday, August 10, 2024
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Broxton Plaza – 1036 Broxton Ave.

Event Details:

  • Pre-show Event: 6:00 PM – Sunset
  • Movie Time: 30 min after sunset

Highlights:

Highlights and Important Information

4.  JAZZPOP AT THE HAMMER MUSEUM

This summer JazzPOP celebrates its 17th season, inviting luminaries of West Coast jazz and improvised music for three concerts in the Hammer courtyard. The 2024 edition features quintets led by three innovative California bandleaders who explore a vast terrain in their dynamic, adventurous music. This free program is not ticketed.

Organized by San Francisco Bay Area bassist Lisa Mezzacappa.

JazzPOP 2024
 Thursday, August 8 & 15, 2024
8:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Location:
Hammer Museum
10899 Wilshire Blvd.

Thursday, August 8: Beth Schenck Quintet
Thursday, August 15: Dan Rosenboom’s Polarity Quintet

More Information – JazzPOP

5.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Free Concert – South American Tango Music
Saturday, August 10 at 3:00
at Westwood Library

Mark your calendars! You don’t want to miss the next FREE CONCERT @ Westwood Library, SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, at 3 PM.

We’re thrilled to welcome Grammy-nominated Argentinian guitarist FABIO ZINI showcasing South American tango music, as well as some of his original compositions. On part of the program, he will be accompanied by violinist Jason Issokson.

6.  RESIDENT ADS

SEEKING HOUSEKEEPER
Seeking a trustworthy, reliable, detail-oriented housekeeper for one day a week, or once every other week house cleaning.  English speaking is preferred, even if not fluent.

Any recommendations will be appreciated! Please reply to DrKayOfficeStaff@gmail.com

Thank you! Robin

HWPOA Communication & Ad Policy:
Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.

HWPOA members are welcome to post free ads (such as ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc.) in the Holmby News.  When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News editor to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

7.  LOCAL DISCOUNTS & HWPOA BENEFITS

Below you will find links to discounts and benefits that local businesses have offered to HWPOA members.  We hope to add more as often as we can.  Please let us know if you would like to submit additional discounts for other Westwood retailers.

Current benefits include:

  • ACS Security – $150 account credit towards Patrol or Alarm Monitoring*. Please call 310-446-0527 ext 3 or email info@acssecurity.com and mention Holmby Hills July 4th.
    *New customers only, agreement required.
  • Campus Shoe Repair – 10% off any shoe or bag repair

To see offers, click here

Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

  • To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  • To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
  • To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.

Holmby News 7-26-24

HOLMBY NEWS
July 26, 2024

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  Safety Information from Councilwoman Yaroslavsky
2.  Historic Westwood Movie Theaters Now Closed
3.  Activities & Things to Do
4.  Resident Ads
5.  Local Discounts & HWPOA Benefits

1.  SAFETY INFORMATION FROM COUNCILWOMAN YAROSLAVSKY

From Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky:

I hope you’re having a fantastic summer! While we’re all enjoying this time of year, it’s also a good opportunity to talk about public safety, especially since we tend to see a rise in crime during the summer months. I want to share some tips on how to report emergencies and non-emergencies to the LAPD, guide you on finding your local police division and Senior Lead Officer, and show you how to get involved with your neighbors to prevent crime. As always, you can reach out to our office with any questions or concerns.

How to Report a Crime
Public safety is one of my top priorities, as I know it is for so many across our district. Knowing how to report emergencies and non-emergencies to the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) is essential to make sure the right person responds, and to help optimize limited LAPD resources. First and foremost, it is important to know the difference between emergencies and non-emergencies:

Emergencies
Emergencies require immediate attention from law enforcement, fire services, or medical responders. These situations include:

  • Crimes in progress, such as assaults, robberies, or burglaries
  • Fires or medical emergencies
  • Traffic accidents with injuries
  • Situations where there is an immediate threat to life or property

In any of these cases, dial 911 immediately. The dispatcher will ask for specific details to send the appropriate assistance as quickly as possible. Be prepared to provide your location, a description of the incident, and any other pertinent information.

Non-emergencies
Non-emergencies involve situations that do not pose an immediate threat to life or property. These include:

  • Reporting a crime that has already occurred and the suspect is no longer on the scene
  • Noise complaints or disturbances
  • Vandalism or graffiti
  • Non-urgent suspicious activity
  • Traffic accidents without injuries

For non-emergencies, contact the LAPD non-emergency number at 1-877-ASK-LAPD (1-877-275-5273) or visit LAPD’s website. This ensures that emergency services remain available for those in critical need while addressing your concerns in a timely manner.

Know Your Police Division and Senior Lead Officer
Knowing which LAPD division serves your area and your Senior Lead Officer (SLO) is also helpful. Your SLO acts as a liaison between the community and the police department, focusing on long-term problem solving and building community relationships.  The Senior Lead Officer for the Westwood area is Officer James Allen.  He can be contacted as follows:

James Allen, Senior Lead Officer
Office: 310-444-0741
Email: 39318@lapd.online

Getting Involved
The best way to prevent crime in our neighborhoods is by creating a strong sense of community where we hold each other accountable. There are a number of great ways you can do this, including forming a Neighborhood Watch or joining your local Community Police Advisory Board. 

Starting a Neighborhood Watch
A Neighborhood Watch is a fantastic way to enhance safety and foster community spirit. By working together, neighbors can keep an eye on each other’s homes, report suspicious activity, and create a stronger, more connected neighborhood. A strong Neighborhood Watch can help: 

  • Deter crime. Visible community vigilance can discourage criminal activity.
  • Promote communication by strengthening relationships among neighbors and fosters a sense of community.
  • Increase awareness by educating residents on safety practices and how to identify suspicious behavior.
  • Build partnerships by establishing a direct line of communication with local law enforcement.

If you’re interested in starting a Neighborhood Watch, please contact my office. We can provide you with resources, help you connect with your local Senior Lead Officer, and offer guidance on organizing your first meeting and beyond.

Joining a Community Police Advisory Board (CPAB)
The West LA division’s Community Police Advisory Board (CPAB) is crucial to community policing. They provide a platform for residents to voice their concerns, collaborate with the police, and contribute to making our neighborhoods safer.

Here’s how you can join:

  1. Contact your local police division to express your interest in CPAB. Each division has its own CPAB, and they are always looking for committed community members.
  2. Attend a CPAB meeting. Meetings are typically held monthly and are open to the public. This is a great way to understand current issues, meet local officers, and see how you can contribute.
  3. Get involved in community projects. CPAB members often participate in or lead initiatives such as neighborhood watch programs, safety workshops, and community cleanups.

By participating in your local CPAB, you can help shape the safety strategies in your neighborhood, ensuring they reflect the unique needs and concerns of your community.

For more information on public safety or upcoming community meetings, please reach out to my office and connect with your field rep. Together, we can create a safer, more connected community.

Thank you for your continued dedication to public safety.

All my best, 
Katy

File a Police Report Online: click here
EMERGENCY: 911
NON-EMERGENCY: 1-877-275-5273
All other City Services: 311
West L.A. Community Police Station –1663 Butler Ave.
James Allen, Senior Lead Officer
Office: 310-444-0741
Email: 39318@lapd.online
West LA Community Police Station Website:  click here
LAPD Website: www.lapdonline.org

2.  HISTORIC WESTWOOD MOVIE THEATERS NOW CLOSED

From the Los Angeles Times:
(note, this article was from July 21, before the theaters closed)

Westwood’s historic movie palaces, the Regency Village Theatre and the Bruin, are closing later this week.

“The last day of operation for the Bruin & Village Theaters under Regency is Thursday, July 25,” Lyndon Golin, Regency Theatres president, confirmed in an email Sunday.

Regency has managed the two theaters for 14 years, but its leases for the properties end later this month, Golin added.

A beloved landmark, the Village Theatre is expected to close only temporarily, thanks to a high-profile effort by director Jason Reitman and others to save the once stately 170-foot white Spanish Revival-Art Deco “wedding cake” tower that has beckoned Westside moviegoers since 1931. The group announced in late February that its acquisition of the theater had closed but it did not disclose a timetable for renovations or say when the Village might be ready for a grand re-opening.

The fate of the nearby Bruin, which opened in 1937, remains unclear; it was not purchased along with its more showy sibling.

To read the complete article, please click below:

Los Angeles Times article:
Historic Westwood Movie Theaters – closed

3.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Shakespeare in a Different Light
Saturday, July 27th, at 3:00 p.m.
at Westwood Library

Join us in the library this Saturday, July 27th, at 3:00 p.m. for Shakespeare in a Different Light.

Discover a fresh connection to the works of William Shakespeare!

A cast of Shakespeare enthusiasts will use quotes, monologues, sonnets, swordplay, and even a bit of music to explore his exciting contributions to drama, writing, and language. We will also discuss his insights into the big, messy experience of being human. After the performance, join us for a talk-back session with the cast.

Parking is validated, no registration necessary.

Refashioning: CFGNY & Wataru Tominaga
Now through August 4
at the Hammer Museum

Don’t miss the final week of Refashioning, showcasing the innovative works of CFGNY and Wataru Tominaga. Explore how these transdisciplinary artists challenge traditional notions of gender and identity through their striking garments and accessories. Visit now and witness these site-specific interventions before they close!

4.  RESIDENT ADS

BOOKS LEFT ON FRONT PORCH
On Thursday, July 25, a small “Nespresso” shopping bag containing four books was left on my front porch. One of the books is The Helsinki Affair.  I don’t believe the books are intended for me.  

Contact me at swy333@gmail.com if you believe they are intended for you!

HWPOA Communication & Ad Policy:
Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.

HWPOA members are welcome to post free ads (such as ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc.) in the Holmby News.  When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News editor to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

5.  LOCAL DISCOUNTS & HWPOA BENEFITS

Below you will find links to discounts and benefits that local businesses have offered to HWPOA members.  We hope to add more as often as we can.  Please let us know if you would like to submit additional discounts for other Westwood retailers.

Current benefits include:

  • ACS Security – $150 account credit towards Patrol or Alarm Monitoring*. Please call 310-446-0527 ext 3 or email info@acssecurity.com and mention Holmby Hills July 4th.

    *New customers only, agreement required.
  • Campus Shoe Repair – 10% off any shoe or bag repair

To see offers, click here

Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

  • To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  • To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
  • To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.

Holmby News 7-19-24

HOLMBY NEWS
July 19, 2024

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  Safe Sidewalks Rebate Program
2.  LA Sanitation – New & Used Toy Drive
3.  Consignment Store Opening in Westwood Village
4.  Danny Boy’s Pizza – Grand Opening
5.  Activities & Things to Do
6.  Local Discounts & HWPOA Benefits

1.  SAFE SIDEWALKS REBATE PROGRAM

In December of 2016, the City of Los Angeles launched Safe Sidewalks LA, a 30-year, $1.4 billion program to make sidewalks accessible to everyone. Property owners within the City of Los Angeles with sidewalks that are not compliant with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements are eligible to participate and apply for a rebate of up to 50% of the cost.

For more information, please click below:

Safe Sidewalks LA – Rebate Program

2.  LA SANITATION – NEW & USED TOY DRIVE

From July 1st through August 30th, 2024, LA Sanitation & Environment’s City Facilities Recycling Program will be collecting the following new and gently used toys. Everyone is encouraged to donate:

  • Educational games and toys
  • Video games and video game consoles
  • Dolls and stuffed animals
  • Toys for children with special needs or disabilities

Please do not donate “violent” toys or toys that resemble weapons. Toys must be clean.

Local Public Drop-Off Location:
West LA District Yard
2027 Stoner Ave.
Donations may be dropped off Monday-Friday, 9AM-4PM

3.  CONSIGNMENT STORE OPENING IN WESTWOOD VILLAGE

From the UCLA Daily Bruin:

2nd street, on the corner of Kinross Ave and Westwood Boulevard is a new consignment store that provides more access to sustainable shopping for the Westwood community.

2nd Street is a Japan-based consignment store that offers second-hand luxury, vintage and streetwear clothing, according to its website. While the store has not announced an official Westwood opening date, the location is likely to open its doors to the public before the end of July, said Michael Russell, executive director of the Westwood Village Improvement Association.

Customers receive cash or store credit for selling their used clothes to 2nd Street, which the store then resells, said Miles Garofola-Lam, the internal social director of Refine LA, a sustainable fashion club at UCLA.

Click here to read the complete article.

4.  DANNY BOY’S PIZZA – GRAND OPENING

Danny Boy’s Pizza opened earlier this week in Westwood Village. The official grand opening ribbon-cutting celebration will take place on Thursday, July 25th at 11:30 am.

Danny Boy’s is the slice joint of Chef/Owner Daniel Holzman’s childhood dreams. Serving classic New York City-style pizza, overstuffed hot hero sandwiches, and creative farm-fresh salads, all made with great ingredients and thoughtfully prepared with passion.

Get ready to experience hand-stretched dough, rich tomato sauce, and premium toppings inspired by the classic flavors of New York pizza.

Danny Boy’s Pizza
10889 Lindbrook Dr.
www.dannyboysfamousoriginalpizza.com

5.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Hammer Summer Concert
Thursday, July 25 at 6:30 PM
at the Hammer Museum

Join us for a free live concert in the Hammer’s courtyard featuring this year’s NPR Tiny Desk Concert Winner The Philharmonik, olea of Soulection, and DJ Monalisa. Happy hour starts at 6:30 p.m. and galleries will be open late.

Doors open: 6:30 PM
Happy Hour: 6:30–7:30 PM
Music: 7:30–10:30 PM
Galleries open: 7–9:30 PM

Cash bar with drinks and bites from Lulu.

This event is free and open to the public. Become a member today for priority entry and a free first drink!

Let us know you’re coming

Festival Beverly Hills
Sunday, June 21 from 12noon to 6pm
at Beverly Gardens Park on Santa Monica Blvd. between Beverly Dr. and Crescent Dr.

Join us for the summertime event of the year, Festival Beverly Hills, a globally inspired arts and performance festival. There will be over 25 performances on 3 stages.  A rich tapestry of cultural experiences representing many cultures will include dance and musical performances, storytelling through puppetry and poetry, arts and crafts, Japanese tea ceremonies, a curated record and book pop-up and an array of food trucks serving up flavors from around the world!

Beginning Chess
Saturday, July 20th at 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
at Westwood Library

Join us in the library this Saturday, July 20th, at 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. for Beginning Chess. Chess expert Brian Glover will introduce the classic game of strategy. All ages are welcome!

Parking is validated, no registration required.

6.  LOCAL DISCOUNTS & HWPOA BENEFITS

Below you will find links to discounts and benefits that local businesses have offered to HWPOA members.  We hope to add more as often as we can.  Please let us know if you would like to submit additional discounts for other Westwood retailers.

Current benefits include:

  • ACS Security – $150 account credit towards Patrol or Alarm Monitoring*. Please call 310-446-0527 ext 3 or email info@acssecurity.com and mention Holmby Hills July 4th.
    *New customers only, agreement required.
  • Campus Shoe Repair – 10% off any shoe or bag repair

To see offers, click here

Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

  • To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  • To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
  • To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.

Holmby News 7-12-24

HOLMBY NEWS
July 12, 2024

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  HWPOA’s July 4th Event – More Thank You’s
2.  LAPD Report – Burglars Posing as Construction Workers
3.  Frontier Copper Cable
4.  SSA Security Update
5.  Big Blue Bus Service Changes near UCLA
6.  Holmby Westwood in the Movies
7.  Activities & Things to Do
8.  Resident Ads
9.  Local Discounts & HWPOA Benefits

1.  HWPOA’S JULY 4th EVENT – MORE THANK YOU’S

THANK YOU
from the HWPOA Board of Directors

Congratulations to Caron Schwartz, to her team and to our July 4th Sponsors!  Another wonderful July 4th in Holmby Westwood!  On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to thank you for your determination and hard work in making the morning a total success.

Special thanks to ACS Security (Platinum Sponsor) for preparing the “Holmby” dogs and refreshments!  It was beautifully prepared and lots of servers from Hamburger Patty’s gave up their holiday morning to support us! 

SSA Security (Gold Sponsor) donated funds for the “activities on the lawn” including games, face painting and the kid’s art table.  Lots of fun and excitement emanating from this area in the park!

To Jim Bremner, Mark Rogo, Caron Schwartz, Michael Simmons and Larry Young – Wow!!  a huge thank you!!!  Residents, if you are planning to sell your house or buy another, these are the go-to agents/brokers who support us year after year!!  They donate for our kids and our families – the rentals, jumpers, and more!  They care a lot about our community!

Our wonderful neighbors, Jason Somers and Kramer and Courtney LaPlante want to be a part of the Holmby 4th and make possible our red, white and blue decor of balloons that decorate our parade route and the arch at the finish line at Holmby Park.  Thank you so much!!!

Who kept our thirst in check?  Our only Westwood Village department store, Target!  Hundreds of bottles of water and every last one of them was consumed at our picnic! Thank you, Target!!

Splatterz! Studio in Westwood Village has art projects for families year round!

Thank you to HW’s Green Team, Marnie Bodek, Chair. and Assistant, James Bancroft for the info they made available to residents regarding parkway trees and tree plan approval and general info.  Thanks to the team, 75 trees have already been planted.

To Dana Glenn, Office Manager for Holmby Westwood POA, who worked closely with Caron, Event Chair, to produce a wonderful parade and picnic, free to our residents.  Dana is often referred to as co-chair of the event because of the help and expertise she provides not only on the 4th but throughout the year!  Thank you!

To Phil Gabriel, our patriotic leader of the parade and our Music Man, engineer, driver, announcer, and all around helper – thank you!!!

Finally, we could not do this without our volunteers – Chin Chin Beckett, Betty Kabaker, Shawn Beckett, Maddie Glenn, Segal Walter, Anais Armstrong, Natasha Sharone, Tim Gosselin, Sheila Lawrence, Richard Rushfield, Ni Dai, Margaret Orenstein, Ellen Turner, Sandy Brown. Breen Frazier, Judy Chasalow, Emily Glenn, and Makhmal Farhadian, Our first responders at Fire Station #71, WLAPD officers, and LA Dept. of Transportation who are there for our Holmby Westwood neighborhood 24/7.  Great job and a huge thank you!   

Til next year, think about offering to help or sponsor in 2025!  Have a great summer!! 

Please support our sponsors:

ACS Security
Main Office: (310) 475-9016
New Customers: (844) 344-0046

SSA Security
818-773-5600

Target
10861 Weyburn Ave.

Splatterz! Studio
1036 Broxton Ave. – Studio D

Local Realtors:

2.  LAPD REPORT – BURGLARS POSING AS CONSTRUCTION WORKERS

From the Santa Monica Mirror:

In collaboration with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Major Crimes Bureau, North Hollywood Division burglary detectives arrested members of the so-called “Reflector Vest Crew” on June 27 and July 3, 2024. The crew earned their nickname for using reflective clothing typical of construction workers to blend in and scout potential burglary targets without arousing suspicion.

The suspects, 39-year-old Roderick Dennis of Los Angeles, 21-year-old Michael Mitchell of Ontario, and 21-year-old Munya Jones of Los Angeles, targeted residences in affluent areas such as Studio City, West Los Angeles, and West Hollywood. The suspects would send one person, dressed in reflective clothing, to knock on doors to check if anyone was home. If the residence appeared unoccupied, the rest of the crew would break in, usually through the rear entrance.

Click here to read the complete article.

3.  FRONTIER COPPER CABLE

A resident reported that she received a call from Frontier informing her that they are disconnecting the cables and moving the phone line to fiber optics.  

We are not sure what areas have been affected but if you still use a landline, please be aware of the potential changes to service.

4.  SSA SECURITY UPDATE

For customers of SSA Security:

SSA Security Services will be adding a second patrol car in Holmby Westwood from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM within the next couple of days in addition to the 24/7 dedicated SSA patrol car we already have.

SSA is actively recruiting more retired and off duty police as well as military police. As soon as more officers are hired, the new dedicated car will patrol 24/7as well.

5.  BIG BLUE BUS SERVICE CHANGES NEAR UCLA

BBB Bus Service to Change:

Santa Monica City Council ratified BBB’s Brighter Blue plan to improve bus service throughout Santa Monica and West LA, including in and around the UCLA campus. Though it will take place over a 5 year period, one planned change is to close the Hilgard/Strathmore bus terminus.  New stops will include Parking Structure 2 at Westholme as well as Westwood Blvd. within the campus. 

We will keep you informed as more details become available.

6.  HOLMBY WESTWOOD IN THE MOVIES

Be sure to look for our Holmby Westwood neighborhood in Eddie Murphy’s latest movie, Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F.  Portions of the movie were filmed on local streets, including Le Conte between Thayer and Warner.

Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F is available on Netflix:
https://www.netflix.com/title/81076856

7.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Cinema Under the Stars: Lilo & Stitch
Saturday, July 13, 2024
Pre-show Event: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Movie Time: 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
on Broxton Plaza in Westwood Village (1036 Broxton Ave.)

Cinema Under The Stars is back! First up is the Disney classic Lilo & Stitch. Every second Saturday of the month this summer, we’ll be screening family-friendly movies! 

Make sure to arrive early to secure a good spot and craft! Every month, we provide free crafts for people to enjoy before the movie begins after sunset.

Highlights & Important Information

Twilight Stroll in the Garden
Thursday, July 18, 2024 from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
at UCLA Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden

See the sunset from the Garden at Third Thursdays, our summer twilight series. Meet new friends at the wine bar, then kick back and enjoy live music!
 
Admission for each event is $10. You can purchase tickets here or at the door.  This event is for all ages, but the wine bar is for 21+.

8.  RESIDENT ADS

SEEKING HOUSEKEEPER
We are looking for a full time reliable housekeeper. Must drive and is good with children and a dog. 

Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated!

Jenna
jmannos@gmail.com

HWPOA Communication & Ad Policy:
Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.

HWPOA members are welcome to post free ads (such as ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc.) in the Holmby News.  When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News editor to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

9.  LOCAL DISCOUNTS & HWPOA BENEFITS

Below you will find links to discounts and benefits that local businesses have offered to HWPOA members.  We hope to add more as often as we can.  Please let us know if you would like to submit additional discounts for other Westwood retailers.

Current benefits include:

  • ACS Security – $150 account credit towards Patrol or Alarm Monitoring*. Please call 310-446-0527 ext 3 or email  info@acssecurity.com and mention Holmby Hills July 4th.
    *New customers only, agreement required.
  • Campus Shoe Repair – 10% off any shoe or bag repair

To see offers, click here

Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

  • To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  • To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
  • To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.

Holmby News 7-5-24

HOLMBY NEWS
July 5, 2024

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  HWPOA’s July 4th Event – Thank You!
2.  HWPOA Board Meeting – Canceled
3.  Advisory: Excessive Heat Warning
4.  New Tea Shop in Westwood Village
5.  CAP UCLA 2024-25 Season
6.  Activities & Things to Do
7.  Local Discounts & HWPOA Benefits

1.  HWPOA’S JULY 4th EVENT – THANK YOU!

A huge thank you to our residents and sponsors!!!

Our annual July 4th event was a festive and fantastic celebration! See the pics below—it was a ton of fun!  Please send your business to our main sponsors, as they dedicated their time and donated funds and products that ensured our event was a huge success with food and activities for all!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:

ACS Security, our Platinum Sponsor, has been feeding us for many years. Their sponsorship of catering company Hamburger Patty’s kept the crowd happy and well fed.  The hot dogs were delicious!

ACS Security
Main Office: (310) 475-9016
New Customers: (844) 344-0046

SSA Security Group, our Gold Sponsor, graciously donated funds for the fun lawn games, face painting and kids activities.  Thank you for keeping everyone entertained!

SSA Security
818-773-5600

Our local realtors deserve our appreciation for their generous sponsorship. Their contributions covered all the kids activities, including the bouncers, games, crafts and rentals.  We are truly appreciative of their support of HWPOA!

Neighbors Jason Somers and Kramer and Courtney LaPlante kindly donated funds for the balloons that were given out to the kids in the parade.  We are “blown away” by your generosity

Target Westwood generously donated hundreds of water bottles to keep the crowd hydrated on a hot summer day.  Thank you!

Target
10861 Weyburn Ave.

Splatterz! Studio in Westwood Village is a returning sponsor who generously provided “art-rageous” art projects for kids to enjoy.  Thank you for the patriotic crafts!

Splatterz! Studio
1036 Broxton Ave. – Studio D

Thanks also to:

The firefighters from Fire Station #71 were outstanding and so gracious as they led the parade to the park. We also really appreciate our LAPD team and the Dept. of Transportation who assisted with traffic control to keep neighbors safe during the parade.

The work of our talented photographers, Shawn Beckett and Maddie Glenn, was much appreciated in capturing all the quality moments of the event.

Special thanks to Phil Gabriel, who led the parade with his decorated golf cart and patriotic music!

The HWPOA volunteers made a great team with the tireless help of Sandy Brown and Dana Glenn.  Thanks to Sigal Walder (art table), Anais Armstrong (face painting), Chin Chin Beckett, Natasha Sharone, Tim Gosselin, Sheila Lawrence, Richard Rushfield, Ni Dai, Margaret Orentstein, Ellen Turner, Breen Frazier, Makhmal Farhadian, Judy Chasalow, Betty Kabaker, Emily Glenn and all the other event-day volunteers!

And last but not least, thank you to
Caron Schwartz
Event Chairperson

A huge thank you to Caron for the spectacular July 4th Parade and Picnic!! Caron led the team in organizing the event and her efforts paid off with a hugely successful July 4th!  Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Want to help next year? Email hwpoa@aol.com

2.  HWPOA BOARD MEETING – CANCELED

This month’s HWPOA Board meeting has been canceled.  Our next meeting is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, August 13.

Updated information will be posted at the beginning of August.

3.  ADVISORY: EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING

Extreme heat is expected for the Los Angeles area from Wednesday, July 3rd through at least Monday, July 8th. 

Los Angeles is expecting a long duration heat event from Wednesday through Monday. Temperatures could reach 106 degrees in parts of Los Angeles for many days in a row.  The long length of the heat event makes it even more important to be proactive to avoid heat exposure. As temperatures rise, the City of Los Angeles urges Angelenos to prepare to avoid heat exhaustion in your communities and for yourself.

Take extra precautions if you work, exercise, or spend time outside. When possible, please reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments and to stay hydrated. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.  If you suspect heat stroke, this is an emergency- call 911.  Non-emergency information can be found by calling 311.

4.  NEW TEA SHOP IN WESTWOOD VILLAGE

New in Westwood Village! Le Phant Milk Tea Co. is crafting its best versions of milk teas just for you.

Specializing in brewing premium loose-leaf teas, blending them with their house creamer, and topping it off with made-from-scratch muscovado brown sugar boba. Prepare to indulge in a unique milk tea experience crafted with passion and care.

Le Phant Milk Tea
10911 Lindbrook Ave.
www.instagram.com/lephantmilkteaco

5.  CAP UCLA 2024-25 SEASON

The Center for the Art of Performance (CAP UCLA) is very excited to announce the inaugural season under the leadership of CAP UCLA’s Executive and Artistic Director Edgar Miramontes. Featuring over 80 visionary artists representing over 10 countries, the 2024-25 season unites the global and local, reflecting our common humanity and embracing cultural inclusivity.

We hope you’ll join us at Royce Hall, The United Theater on Broadway, Freud Playhouse, UCLA Little Theater, Glorya Kaufman and our new venue, the UCLA Nimoy Theater!

Highlights include: 

  • Dancer and choreographer Gregory Maqoma’s Cion: Requiem of Ravel’s Boléro, an exploration of greed, power, and grief in post-apartheid South Africa.
  • Collaborative theater collective Piehole invites us to “fix” our relationship with Iran while surrendering to an Agatha Christie-esque murder mystery dinner party in Disclaimer.
  • Acclaimed theater ensemble Elevator Repair Service tackles James Joyce’s Ulysses with a production that spirals into chaos with pints, brawls, and debauchery, offering a madcap, fast-paced tour of Joyce’s styles complemented by a richly layered sound design.
  • Shamel Pitts BLACK HOLE, an Afrofuturism-inspired performance, fuses dance, sound and visuals to celebrate empowerment, unity and transformation.
  • Grammy Award-winning Chicano rock ensemble Quetzal, including MacArthur Genius Martha Gonzalez, performs songs rooted in barrio life, social activism, and feminism.

Explore the Season

6.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Bagpipes in the Library
Saturday, July 6th, at 3:00 p.m.
at Westwood Library

Bagpipes in the library? You bet! Join us this Saturday, July 6th, at 3:00 p.m.

John McLean Allan will present a history of the bagpipes and describe how the instrument influenced the culture of Scotland. As he performs he will teach the audience how to dance a jig and reel. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear the bagpipes played up close!

Parking is validated, no reservation necessary.

Cinema Under the Stars: Lilo & Stitch
Saturday, July 13, 2024
Pre-show Event: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Movie Time: 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
on Broxton Plaza in Westwood Village (1036 Broxton Ave.)

Cinema Under The Stars is back! First up is the Disney classic Lilo & Stitch. Every second Saturday of the month this summer, we’ll be screening family-friendly movies! 

Make sure to arrive early to secure a good spot and craft! Every month, we provide free crafts for people to enjoy before the movie begins after sunset.

Highlights & Important Information

7.  LOCAL DISCOUNTS & HWPOA BENEFITS

Below you will find links to discounts and benefits that local businesses have offered to HWPOA members.  We hope to add more as often as we can.  Please let us know if you would like to submit additional discounts for other Westwood retailers.

Current benefits include:

  • ACS Security – $150 account credit towards Patrol or Alarm Monitoring*. Please call 310-446-0527 ext 3 or email info@acssecurity.com and mention Holmby Hills July 4th.
    *New customers only, agreement required.
  • Campus Shoe Repair – 10% off any shoe or bag repair

To see offers, click here

Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

  • To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  • To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
  • To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.

Holmby News 6-28-24

HOLMBY NEWS
June 28, 2024

Happy Independence Day!
Join HWPOA’s 4th of July Parade & Picnic!

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  HWPOA’s 4th of July Parade & Picnic
2.  LAPD Crime Report
3.  Fireworks Safety Reminders
4.  Guide to Fireworks Shows & Festivities
5.  Activities & Things to Do
6.  Local Discounts & HWPOA Benefits

1.  HWPOA’S 4th OF JULY PARADE & PICNIC

It’s almost here! You are invited to join in the fun!

HWPOA’s 4th of July Parade & Picnic!
Thursday, July 4th
9:30 am Meet at Warner Ave. School
10:00 am Parade start
Celebrations to follow at Holmby Park!

Food – Music – Bouncers – Arts & Crafts
and much more!

Decorate your scooters, bikes, strollers and wagons, your kids and grandkids, and your homes, especially if you’re along the Loring/ Comstock parade route!  The day will begin at Warner Ave. School, with a bike parade that leads to Holmby Park, where the festivities continue.  Celebrate the holiday and the treasure of a neighborhood we live in together.

Be sure to thank our sponsors who are giving their time, funds and in-kind donations to help make this a successful event:

  • ACS Security – Hot dog grilling
  • SSA Security Group – Lawn games and activities
  • Target Westwood – Water
  • Splatterz – Art activities
  • LA Fire Department – leading the parade with Fire Truck
  • West LAPD
  • Holmby Westwood Green Team – Information Booth

Our local Realtors and neighbors, each have sponsored the awesome kids activities, including bouncers, art projects and tattoos:

  • Jim Bremner
  • Kramer and Courtney LaPlante
  • Mark & Lynn Rogo
  • Caron Schwartz
  • Michael Simmons
  • Jason Somers
  • Larry Young

Please note that parents/grandparents are asked to supervise children to the extent possible, as we will not provide supervision for the kids activities. This is a free community event, so let’s all enjoy safely and festively together. While we do have attendants, families are responsible for watching their kids activities.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Thank you to those of you who have volunteered to assist.  We still need a few more volunteers to help the day of the event.  If you are interested, please email Caron Schwartz, Parade Chair at caronschwartz.realtor.broker@gmail.com

2.  LAPD CRIME REPORT

VEHICLE, STOLEN
Incident #: 240809178
900 BLOCK MALCOLM AV  |  6/21/2024 @ 8:00 PM

File a Police Report Online: click here
EMERGENCY: 911
NON-EMERGENCY: 1-877-275-5273
All other City Services: 311
West L.A. Community Police Station –1663 Butler Ave.
James Allen, Senior Lead Officer
Office: 310-444-0741
Email: 39318@lapd.online
West LA Community Police Station Website:  click here
LAPD Website: www.lapdonline.org

3.  FIREWORKS SAFETY REMINDERS

From the LAFD:

All fireworks, even the so-called ‘safe and sane’ variety are illegal in the City of Los Angeles.  Please do not use fireworks of any type, including sparklers, or allow your children to do so.

Report Illegal Fireworks:
If you become aware of illegal fireworks use, there are several safe and secure methods for reporting fireworks in Los Angeles. These include:

IMPORTANT: Do not dial 9-1-1 unless you see someone being injured or at risk of immediate injury, or a fire or other emergency.

Pet Safety
Pets can be terrified by the noise, and many run away, often never being reunited with their families. In addition, many people may not realize that dogs can feel the air pressure change when fireworks are discharged nearby, causing deep anxiety and stress, or that “glow” sticks are poisonous to pets.

Impacts on Others
In addition to pets, private fireworks can also impact other neighbors:

  • Our patriotic veterans may have bad combat-related flashbacks
  • Older adults will be frightened and not know how to “turn the noise off”
  • Babies and small children will be terrified and the noise will hurt their ears

More information can be found at:

4.  GUIDE TO FIREWORKS SHOWS & FESTIVITIES

From the Westwood-Century City Patch:

Ready your ‘oohs’ and ‘ahs’ because nobody does fireworks shows like Los Angeles County! The fun starts this week and lasts through Independence Day with dozens of fireworks shows!  Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades, concerts and celebrations in and around Los Angeles County.

Do note the date of events, as not all occur on July 4th. Plus, always confirm with organizers that activities are proceeding as planned.

Enjoy the holiday, and Happy Fourth of July, from Patch!

Patch Fireworks Guide 2024

5.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Independence Day Concert – Patriotic Music
Sunday, June 30 at 2:30 PM
at Westwood Library

The 300th Army Band Woodwind Quintet, “Infinity Winds,” headlines our fabulous Independence Day celebration this year — with American classics and patriotic favorites! Special thanks to Congressman Ted Lieu for helping to arrange this concert.

FREE! With free parking at the Library. Library and garage doors open at 2 PM.

LA Sanitation – Open House
Saturday, June 29 from 10am – 2pm
at the LASAN West LA District Yard (2027 Stoner Ave.)

The LA Sanitation & Environment Open House program showcases LASAN’s residential curbside collection programs with an emphasis on proper recycling practices and bulky item collection while strengthening partnerships with City residents.

Each Open House will feature trash trucks and equipment demonstrations in addition to facility tours, information booths, recycling games, and a free lunch. All children receive a special hat at registration and have the opportunity to operate the controls on the trucks. Parents go home with vegetable plants. Our 360 degree video booth is free for all to enjoy!

There is no charge for admission and all ages are welcome, but we do request that pets be left at home for safety. Free food, beverages, and giveaways are available while supplies last.

RSVP here

Westwood Library Book Discussion
Saturday, July 20th, at 3:00 p.m.
at Westwood Library

It’s not too late to sign up for our Book Discussion taking place in the library next month on Saturday, July 20th, at 3:00 p.m.  Read the novel L.A. Weather by María Amparo Escandón and then come talk about it! Sign up at the Information Desk and receive a free copy of the book to keep. We still have some left!

Here is the description from Goodreads:
“Storm clouds are on the horizon in this fun, fast-paced novel of an affluent Mexican-American family. With quick wit and humor, Maria Amparo Escandón follows the Alvarado family as they wrestle with impending evacuations, secrets, deception, and betrayal, and their toughest decision yet: whether to stick together or burn it all down.”

This event is part of One Book, One County bringing together 18 library districts in Los Angeles County. The whole county is reading L.A. Weather, so don’t miss out!

6.  LOCAL DISCOUNTS & HWPOA BENEFITS

Below you will find links to discounts and benefits that local businesses have offered to HWPOA members.  We hope to add more as often as we can.  Please let us know if you would like to submit additional discounts for other Westwood retailers.

Current benefits include:

  • ACS Security – $150 account credit towards Patrol or Alarm Monitoring*. Please call 310-446-0527 ext 3 or email info@acssecurity.com and mention Holmby Hills July 4th.
    *New customers only, agreement required.
  • Campus Shoe Repair – 10% off any shoe or bag repair

To see offers, click here

Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

  • To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  • To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
  • To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.

Holmby News 6-21-24

HOLMBY NEWS
June 21, 2024

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  HWPOA’s 4th of July Parade & Picnic
2.  Movie Premiere in Westwood – Street Closures
3.  Blood Drive at West LAPD
4.  WRAC Homelessness Committee
5.  Activities & Things to Do
6.  Resident Ads
7.  Local Discounts & HWPOA Benefits

1.  HWPOA’S 4th OF JULY PARADE & PICNIC

Only 2 weeks to go!  Summer is here and we are getting ready for:

HWPOA’s 4th of July Parade & Picnic!
Thursday, July 4th
9:30 am Meet at Warner Ave. School
10:00 am Parade start
Celebrations to follow at Holmby Park!

Food – Music – Bouncers – Arts & Crafts
and much more!

Decorate your scooters, bikes, strollers and wagons, your kids and grandkids, and your homes, especially if you’re along the Loring/ Comstock parade route!  The day will begin at Warner Ave. School, with a bike parade that leads to Holmby Park, where the festivities continue.  Celebrate the holiday and the treasure of a neighborhood we live in together.

Be sure to thank our sponsors who are giving their time, funds and in-kind donations to help make this a successful event:

  • ACS Security – Hot dog grilling
  • SSA Security Group – Lawn games and activities
  • Target Westwood – Water
  • Splatterz – Art activities
  • LA Fire Department – leading the parade with Fire Truck
  • West LAPD
  • Holmby Westwood Green Team – Information Booth

Our local Realtors and neighbors, each have sponsored the awesome kids activities, including bouncers, art projects and tattoos:

  • Jim Bremner
  • Kramer and Courtney LaPlante
  • Mark & Lynn Rogo
  • Caron Schwartz
  • Michael Simmons
  • Jason Somers
  • Larry Young

Please note that parents/grandparents are asked to supervise children to the extent possible, as we will not provide supervision for the kids activities. This is a free community event, so let’s all enjoy safely and festively together. While we do have attendants, families are responsible for watching their kids activities.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Thank you to those of you who have volunteered to assist.  We still need a few more volunteers to help the day of the event.  If you are interested, please email Caron Schwartz, Parade Chair at caronschwartz.realtor.broker@gmail.com

2.  MOVIE PREMIERE IN WESTWOOD – STREET CLOSURES

Warner Bros will hold the premiere of “HORIZONS” at 7 PM on Monday, June 24, 2024, at the Regency Village Theater at 961 Broxton Avenue, Westwood.

This event will involve various sidewalk and street closures around the area of Broxton Avenue between Weyburn Avenue and Le Conte Avenue.

3.  BLOOD DRIVE AT WEST LAPD

Blood Drive
Tuesday, June 25
10 AM to 3 PM
at West LA Community Police Station
1645 Corinth Ave.

Every Pint Counts!

Make an Appointment – click here

4.  WRAC HOMELESSNESS COMMITTEE

From Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky:

Westside Regional Alliance of Councils
Homelessness Committee (WRAC HOC)
Special Meeting

Last week, I joined my colleague Councilwoman Traci Park, LAHSA CEO Dr. Va Lecia Adams Kellum, Deputy Mayor of Homelessness Dr. Etsemaye Agonafer, LAHSA Deputy Chief Externals Relations Officer Paul Rubenstein, Senior Director of Homelessness for Supervisor Lindsey Horvath Amy Perkins and WRAC HOC members for the Westside Regional Alliance of Councils Homelessness Committee special meeting to discuss LAHSA’s collaboration with the City and County and how we’re working to make homeless coordination and solutions more efficient and effective. The conversation focused on governance and reform challenges, scaling master leasing programs, and enhancing accountability and transparency with stakeholders and residents. I look forward to continuing conversations and collaboration efforts in our fight to end homelessness.

5.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Baby BambinO – Opera for Babies and Toddlers
Monday, June 24, at 10:30 am
at Westwood Public Library

A fun way for kids 6 months to 18 months old to experience opera!

The LA Opera has put together a live program called Baby BambinO, and it’s a full-fledged 40-minute opera—for children, specifically infants and toddlers. It has set pieces, professional performers—and it’s completely free! In this story about a mother hen who explores the world with her intrepid hatchling, little ones are encouraged to engage with the performers and add their own bird calls to the soundscape.

MORE INFO: https://www.laopera.org/community/opera-for-all/bambino/

LA Sanitation – Open House
Saturday, June 29 from 10am – 2pm
at the LASAN West LA District Yard (2027 Stoner Ave.)

The LA Sanitation & Environment Open House program showcases LASAN’s residential curbside collection programs with an emphasis on proper recycling practices and bulky item collection while strengthening partnerships with City residents.

Each Open House will feature trash trucks and equipment demonstrations in addition to facility tours, information booths, recycling games, and a free lunch. All children receive a special hat at registration and have the opportunity to operate the controls on the trucks. Parents go home with vegetable plants. Our 360 degree video booth is free for all to enjoy!

There is no charge for admission and all ages are welcome, but we do request that pets be left at home for safety. Free food, beverages, and giveaways are available while supplies last.

RSVP here

Westwood Library Book Discussion
Saturday, July 20th, at 3:00 p.m.
at Westwood Library

Join us in the library next month for our Book Discussion on Saturday, July 20th, at 3:00 p.m.

Read the novel L.A. Weather by María Amparo Escandón and then come talk about it! Sign up at the Information Desk and receive a free copy of the book to keep (while supplies last).

This event is part of One Book, One County bringing together 18 library districts in Los Angeles County. The whole county is reading L.A. Weather, so don’t miss out!

6.  RESIDENT ADS

SEEKING ELECTRICIAN
Seeking a reliable electrician, preferably one who is also experienced with adding components to Lutron smart home systems (e.g. HomeWorks, etc).

Any leads would be greatly appreciated.

Robin
DrKayOfficeStaff@gmail.com

HWPOA Communication & Ad Policy:
Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.

HWPOA members are welcome to post free ads (such as ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc.) in the Holmby News.  When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News editor to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

7.  LOCAL DISCOUNTS & HWPOA BENEFITS

Below you will find links to discounts and benefits that local businesses have offered to HWPOA members.  We hope to add more as often as we can.  Please let us know if you would like to submit additional discounts for other Westwood retailers.

Current benefits include:

  • Campus Shoe Repair – 10% off any shoe or bag repair

To see offers, click here

Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

  • To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  • To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
  • To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.

Holmby News 6-14-24

HOLMBY NEWS
June 14, 2024

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  HWPOA’s 4th of July Parade & Picnic
2.  Traffic Advisory – UCLA Commencement & Biden in Town
3.  WhatsApp Groups for Each Street
4.  UCLA’s Next Chancellor
5.  Coyote Safet Reminders
6.  UCLA Botanical Garden – Upcoming Events
7.  Activities & Things to Do
8.  Local Discounts & HWPOA Benefits

1.  HWPOA’S 4th OF JULY PARADE & PICNIC

Save the date!  Summer is almost here and we are getting ready for:

HWPOA’s 4th of July Parade & Picnic!
Thursday, July 4th
9:30 am Meet at Warner Ave. School
10:00 am Parade start
Celebrations to follow at Holmby Park!

Food – Music – Bouncers – Arts & Crafts
and much more!

Decorate your scooters, bikes, strollers and wagons, your kids and grandkids, and your homes, especially if you’re along the Loring/ Comstock parade route!  The day will begin at Warner Ave. School, with a bike parade that leads to Holmby Park, where the festivities continue.  Celebrate the holiday and the treasure of a neighborhood we live in together.  More details to follow in the coming weeks – stay tuned!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Thank you to those of you who have volunteered to assist.  We still need a few more volunteers to help the day of the event.  If you are interested, please email Caron Schwartz, Parade Chair at caronschwartz.realtor.broker@gmail.com

2.  TRAFFIC ADVISORY – UCLA COMMENCEMENT & BIDEN IN TOWN

UCLA will be hosting its 2024 Commencement ceremonies today and through this weekend.  The three largest commencement ceremonies will be held in Pauley Pavilion on Friday, June 14, with smaller departmental ceremonies on Saturday, June 15 and Sunday, June 16.

In addition, President Biden will be in town and there may be street closures that include Sunset Boulevard and the Westwood area.

Please allow extra travel time when driving from Thursday, June 13 through Sunday, June 16, as we are expecting an increase in traffic and activity in the area.

LAPD will by heavily deployed throughout the city, especially on the Westside during UCLA graduation and President Biden’s visit.

The complete 2024 UCLA Commencement Schedule is available here:

UCLA Commencement 2024

3.  WHATSAPP GROUPS FOR EACH STREET

HWPOA encourages our residents to create a WhatsApp chat group just for security on both sides of their block in order for neighbors to watch out for one another.  We hope that residents will establish a chat group for each block or street, which will foster communication between neighbors and allow residents to quickly communicate safety concerns to one another.

We are aware of a few chat groups that have already been established but there may be other chat groups that we do not know about.  We would like to compile a list of the groups so that when we are contacted by residents, we can direct them to the chat group for their block.

If you are already part of a WhatsApp group for a specific street, please send an email to hwpoa@aol.com and let us know what street it is for, who the moderator of the group is and their contact info. so that we can pass it along to other residents who may wish to join.  Thank you!

4.  UCLA’S NEXT CHANCELLOR

UCLA will mark a new chapter in its history when Dr. Julio Frenk, an exceptional scholar, administrator and champion of health, education and well-being, takes the helm as the university’s next chancellor on Jan. 1, 2025. 

Dr. Frenk, who for the past nine years has been president of the University of Miami, is a renowned global public health expert who has held positions in government and academia in the U.S. and Mexico.  As a visionary leader in higher education, he has guided Miami’s impressive growth and has championed the health, education and well-being of people around the world.

Dr. Frenk will succeed Chancellor Gene Block, who is stepping down after 17 years of transformative leadership. ​​And he’s excited about the mission of piloting the nation’s No. 1–ranked public university to new heights. 

“At this crucial moment for higher education, returning to the public sector to lead one of the top research universities in the world — including one of the 10 largest academic health systems — is an exciting opportunity and a great honor for me,” said Chancellor-designate Frenk. “I look forward to adding my lifelong commitment to public service in education and health care to the vibrant, diverse and cosmopolitan community that is Los Angeles.”

5.  COYOTE SAFETY REMINDERS

Earlier this week, there were several news reports about coyotes in residential neighborhood around Los Angeles.

Although we have not received any reports of coyote sightings in the Holmby Westwood neighborhood, this is a good reminder to take safety precautions for potential encounters with coyotes.

LA Animal Services Safety Tips:
Encounters with Coyotes

COYOTE ENCOUNTERS – KEEP CHILDREN & PETS SAFE

  • Small animals and children should not be left outside unattended if there are coyotes in your area. Never leave small children and pets unattended outdoors even if your yard is fenced.
  • Walk your dog on a leash at all times — not only is it the law, but it will keep your pet safe. Do not allow your dog to interact or “play” with a coyote.
  • If you see coyotes, make loud noises and scare them away: bang pots and pans, use a whistle, etc. BUT, they are smart and you cannot keeping making the same noise and expect the coyotes to fall for the same trick over and over.
  • When you are walking your dog in areas known to have coyotes, you can carry a loud whistle or even an umbrella that you can open and close rapidly to scare them away. Unlike the approach with an aggressive dog, you can raise your arms above your head and stomp your feet while shouting at the coyote to scare them away.
  • Bring cats and dogs inside at night.

6.  UCLA BOTANICAL GARDEN – UPCOMING EVENTS

Take a twilight stroll along our newly beautified stream at Third Thursdays, our summer event series. Enjoy live music and a wine bar after-hours in the Garden on 7/18, 8/15, and 9/19 from 5-7 p.m.

We have monthly drop-in guided tours on the first Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. Join our Garden Guides for a free 1-hour adventure where you’ll meet plants from all over the world!

View Upcoming Events

7.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Bloomsday 2024
Sunday, June 16 at 7:30 PM
at the Hammer Museum

Now in its 15th year at the Hammer, Bloomsday is a worldwide annual celebration of James Joyce and his landmark book Ulysses. This lively celebration features a cast of veteran actors delivering dramatic readings from the novel interspersed with songs. Followed by festivities in the museum’s courtyard with live music and Guinness on tap.

Learn more here

Beginning Chess
Saturday, June 15th at 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
at Westwood Library

Join us in the library this Saturday for Beginning Chess.  Chess expert Brian Glover will introduce the classic game of strategy. All ages are welcome!

Parking is validated, no reservation required.

8.  LOCAL DISCOUNTS & HWPOA BENEFITS

Below you will find links to discounts and benefits that local businesses have offered to HWPOA members.  We hope to add more as often as we can.  Please let us know if you would like to submit additional discounts for other Westwood retailers.

Current benefits include:

  • Campus Shoe Repair – 10% off any shoe or bag repair

To see offers, click here

Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

  • To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  • To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
  • To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.

Holmby News 6-7-24

HOLMBY NEWS
June 7, 2024

Congratulations to all the HWPOA families
who have graduates in the Class of 2024!

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  HWPOA Board Meeting – Video Conference
2.  HWPOA’s 4th of July Parade & Picnic
3.  Security Alert & Safety Tips
4.  Relaxed Parking – Shavuot (Jewish Holiday)
5.  UCLA Commencement & Biden in Town – Next Weekend
6.  Golden Retriever Fosters Needed!
7.  Michael K. Jewelers – Sale
8.  Activities & Things to Do
9.  Local Discounts & HWPOA Benefits

1.  HWPOA BOARD MEETING – VIDEO CONFERENCE

On Tuesday, June 11 at 7:30 PM, the HWPOA Board of Directors will hold its monthly meeting.  The meeting will be a video-conference held online via Zoom.  Please click here to see the agenda.

Members of the community are welcome to join the Zoom call. Please let us know if you plan to attend and we will send you the link to access the video-conference.  Email Dana at hwpoa@aol.com.

2.  HWPOA’S 4th OF JULY PARADE & PICNIC

Save the date!  Summer is almost here and we are getting ready for:

HWPOA’s 4th of July Parade & Picnic!
Thursday, July 4th
9:30 am Meet at Warner Ave. School
10:00 am Parade start
Celebrations to follow at Holmby Park!

Food – Music – Bouncers – Arts & Crafts
and much more!

Decorate your scooters, bikes, strollers and wagons, your kids and grandkids, and your homes, especially if you’re along the Loring/ Comstock parade route!  The day will begin at Warner Ave. School, with a bike parade that leads to Holmby Park, where the festivities continue.  Celebrate the holiday and the treasure of a neighborhood we live in together.  More details to follow in the coming weeks – stay tuned!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Thank you to those of you who have volunteered to assist.  We still need a few more volunteers to help the day of the event.  If you are interested, please email Caron Schwartz, Parade Chair at caronschwartz.realtor.broker@gmail.com

3.  SECURITY ALERT & SAFETY TIPS

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is warning residents to be on guard for burglary rings using high-tech tools.

Hidden Flowerbed Cameras
The cameras, disguised to blend in with vegetation, enable the thieves to stake out multiple homes remotely to determine when residents come and go.

Criminals in Disguise
Criminals are now impersonating pest control workers and other “official looking” employees in vests, masks, and other uniforms.

License Plate Theft
Criminals are brazenly stealing license plates, so make sure you know yours and double check it’s the right one!

The sheriff’s department recommends residents fight technology with technology and vigilance, offering a number of tips that can be found in the article below:

Westwood-Century City Patch
Crime & Safety article

File a Police Report Online: click here
EMERGENCY: 911
NON-EMERGENCY: 1-877-275-5273
All other City Services: 311
West L.A. Community Police Station –1663 Butler Ave.
James Allen, Senior Lead Officer
Office: 310-444-0741
Email: 39318@lapd.online
West LA Community Police Station Website:  click here
LAPD Website: www.lapdonline.org

4.  RELAXED PARKING – SHAVUOT (JEWISH HOLIDAY)

The City of Los Angeles has relaxed parking restrictions for the upcoming Jewish holiday of Shavuot. Time limits and preferential parking restrictions will be relaxed on specific dates. Meters, tow-away zones and other safety violations will still be enforced.

To see the memo with specific locations and dates, please click here:

Jewish Holidays – Relaxed Parking

5.  UCLA COMMENCEMENT & BIDEN IN TOWN – NEXT WEEKEND

UCLA will be hosting its 2024 Commencement next Friday, June 14, 2024 with departmental ceremonies taking places throughout the weekend.  The three largest commencement ceremonies will be held in Pauley Pavilion on Friday, June 14.

Please allow extra travel time when driving from Thursday, June 13 through Sunday, June 16, as we are expecting an increase in traffic and activity in the area.

In addition, President Biden will be in town and there may be street closures that include Sunset Boulevard and the Westwood area.

LAPD will by heavily deployed throughout the city, especially on the Westside during UCLA graduation and President Biden’s visit.

UCLA Commencement (Main Ceremony)
Friday, June 14 – 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Departmental Graduations
Saturday, June 15 & Sunday, June 16 throughout the day

The complete 2024 UCLA Commencement Schedule is available here:

UCLA Commencement 2024

6.  GOLDEN RETRIEVER FOSTERS NEEDED!

From Southern California Golden Retriever Rescue:

We need fosters!  Especially those with no other dogs and those willing to foster bonded pairs.

This time of year, the weeks before July 4th we see a large increase in people wanting to relinquish their dogs and/or dumping them in shelters. We need to be prepared for this increase by having fosters in place. If you’d like to open your heart and your home to help save the lives of golden retrievers in need, please consider becoming a foster!

Start the process by completing our online foster application here:

Foster Application

7.  MICHAEL K. JEWELERS – SALE

HWPOA is proud to support local businesses, including Michael K. Jewelers in Westwood Village.  Michael K. Jewelers is currently holding a Summer Sale, both in-store and on their website.

Whether you’re searching for the perfect gift, bracelet, pair of earrings, a beautiful diamond necklace, or simply a gift, Michael K. Jewelers has it all. Located in the heart of Westwood Village, they are known for providing excellent service and the finest quality jewelry for the best prices.  With Father’s Day around the corner and graduation season in full swing, there is no better time to shop.

Their annual summer sale is their biggest sale and it’s going on In-Store and Sitewide.  Enjoy 30%-60% OFF In-Store and 30% OFF Sitewide using the code SUMMER24.  Complimentary gift wrapping for all gifts!

MICHAEL K. JEWELERS
1093 1/2 Broxton Ave.
Website – michaelkjewelers.com

8.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Free Concert – Viva L’Opera
Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 3:00 PM
at Westwood Library

You don’t want to miss our next Free Concert at Westwood Library!  We’re thrilled to welcome the fabulous tenor-soprano duo of EMESH WIJEWARDENA and EMILY SCOTT, who team up for an exciting program titled Viva L’Opera — with the most beloved opera arias and duets, from the famous drinking song “Libiamo” of La Traviata to the powerful “Nessun dorma” of Turandot, with other favorites from those operas as well as from La Boheme and Madama Butterfly. Co-sponsored by THE OPERA BUFFS, INC.

FREE! With free parking at the Library.

9.  LOCAL DISCOUNTS & HWPOA BENEFITS

Below you will find links to discounts and benefits that local businesses have offered to HWPOA members.  We hope to add more as often as we can.  Please let us know if you would like to submit additional discounts for other Westwood retailers.

Current benefits include:

  • Campus Shoe Repair – 10% off any shoe or bag repair

To see offers, click here

Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

  • To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  • To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
  • To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.

Holmby News 5-31-24

HOLMBY NEWS
May 31, 2024

From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960.

1.  Security Update – Robbery at Gunpoint
2.  Breakfast with Neighborhood Council Presidents
3.  Westwood Library Book Sale
4.  Final LA City Budget
5.  Free Concert at Westwood Library
6.  Activities & Things to Do
7.  Resident Ads

1.  SECURITY UPDATE – ROBBERY AT GUNPOINT

As you may know, our community has been targeted by burglars over the past few years, but now we are experiencing other crimes here and in the Village. Several residents who belong to one of the neighborhood WhatsApp chats have reported attempted kidnappings of children and their mothers in front of the Target store in the Village. It’s reported that perpetrators initiate a conversation, then split up and then try to force mothers/and or children into a car. In addition, a letter follows regarding a father and his two sons being held at gunpoint in front of Warner Avenue School as they were taking an evening walk.

PLEASE BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS WHEREVER YOU MAY BE. In the past, police have recommended pepper gel spray. Amazon has a product that sprays up to 20′ without any blowback.

ROBBERY AT GUNPOINT
A homeowner on the 500 block of Loring reported the following:

This past week between 12:10 am to around 12:16 am while on a walk with my brother and father, we were held up at gunpoint in an attempted robbery near Warner School on Warner between Loring and Woodruff.  The men were in a White Chevy Cruze and took a right from Loring onto Warner and parked in front of 669 Warner Ave.  The car pulled over and turned off their lights and then reversed and parked leaving the engine on.  Then when we were right across the street from them two men jumped out of the back seat of the car, one of the men was Hispanic wearing a gray jacket and had a black beanie on and was around 20 years old; the other I couldn’t see.  They told us to “slide over all the money and stuff you have right now” to which my dad said to my brother and I to run as he charged both of them yelling at them.  They both showed fear and backed up a little bit which led my dad to yell at them more.  Both the men ended up getting in the car and speeding away, taking a left turn on Woodruff and driving completely down the street.  My brother and I ran.  I went to 701 Holmby Ave. and hid on the porch fearing they saw me at the end of the street turning right on Holmby.  My brother ran down Loring Ave back to my house to get my mom and a car and drive back to see what had happened.  We know there was one driver and two other men and they drove down Woodruff, most likely taking a right onto Beverly Glen.

Security footage needed.  We are asking if you could please send us any of the doorbell, security camera, or Tesla sentry mode footage to us so we can try to catch these men.  Please call, text, or email if you can help.

If you need any help getting footage between that period of time or don’t know how to export the footage to send us please still try to reach out because we can help obtain the files.

Please notify HWPOA at hwpoa@aol.com or contact the office at 310-470-1785 if you have any helpful information regarding this incident.

File a Police Report Online: click here
EMERGENCY: 911
NON-EMERGENCY: 1-877-275-5273
All other City Services: 311
West L.A. Community Police Station –1663 Butler Ave.
James Allen, Senior Lead Officer
Office: 310-444-0741
Email: 39318@lapd.online
West LA Community Police Station Website:  click here
LAPD Website: www.lapdonline.org

2.  BREAKFAST WITH NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL PRESIDENTS

On Tuesday morning, I attended a breakfast meeting with most of the Neighborhood Council Presidents who represent neighborhoods across CD5 (our city council district). This breakfast was the first of many moving forward, and Councilwoman Yaroslavsky’s hope is to establish an ongoing dialogue where we can collaboratively address our shared priorities. While each neighborhood council has its own unique opportunities and challenges, many of these are similar or interconnected. During our meeting, we talked about public safety, transportation, and quality of life issues, and how we plan to collaborate on joint solutions.

I look forward to future meetings and hope that our neighborhood concerns, district wide, will be addressed. It was helpful to hear what other westside neighborhoods are involved in and what their needs are, which surprisingly, are very different from Holmby Westwood’s. My appreciation to Katy for putting the meeting together!

Sandy Brown
Vice President, Westwood Neighborhood Council

3.  WESTWOOD LIBRARY BOOK SALE

BIG BOOK SALE!
Friends of Westwood Library Used Book Sale

Saturday, June 1 2024
10 am to 2 pm
Front Patio of Westwood Branch Library
FREE Validated Parking

Discover hidden gems, timeless classics, and thrilling reads—all at unbeatable prices at the Friends of Westwood Library’s Used Book Sale!

Whether you’re a fiction aficionado, history buff, or lover of all things non-fiction, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss this chance to build your personal library while supporting the community.

Pricing:

  • Hardcover books: $2 each
  • Paperback books: $1 each
  • Coffee Table/Art books: $4 each

See you there!

4.  FINAL L.A. CITY BUDGET

From Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky:

Last week, the City Council officially passed a budget for the new fiscal year, which begins July 1. If you have been following the budget process this year, you know that reduced revenue projections and increasing costs have left the City’s finances in a precarious position. As a result, we had to make several hard decisions on how to best fund key city services with limited resources. However, despite these challenges, we were able to maintain or expand funding in several critical areas:

  • Funding for the hiring of 574 additional police officers
  • $185 million for Inside Safe, the Mayor’s signature interim housing program
  • $6.5 million to preserve services and shelter for survivors of domestic violence
  • Funding to prepare a Climate Action and Adaptation Plan
  • Restoration of positions that had been slated to be eliminated in several key departments, including the Department of Transportation, Recreation and Parks, and Street Services
  • Funding for the Housing Department to enforce the Home Sharing Ordinance
  • Support for the Fire Department to improve fire station infrastructure

I appreciate those of you who reached out throughout this process to share your thoughts and priorities. This is your budget as much as it is mine, and it is important that it reflects the needs of residents across Los Angeles.

All the best,
Katy

5.  FREE CONCERT AT WESTWOOD LIBRARY

Save the date! You don’t want to miss our next Free Concert at Westwood Library:

Saturday, June 8, 2024
3:00 PM
at Westwood Library
1246 Glendon Ave
FREE! With free parking at the Library

We’re thrilled to welcome the fabulous tenor-soprano duo of EMESH WIJEWARDENA and EMILY SCOTT, who team up for an exciting program titled Viva L’Opera — with the most beloved opera arias and duets, from the famous drinking song “Libiamo” of La Traviata to the powerful “Nessun dorma” of Turandot, with other favorites from those operas as well as from La Boheme and Madama Butterfly. Co-sponsored by THE OPERA BUFFS, INC.

6.  ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO

Hammer Museum Summer Exhibitions – Opening Celebration
Saturday, June 8 at 8:00 PM
at the Hammer Museum

Join us as we kick off our summer season with four exciting new exhibitions, each with its own unique flair. Enjoy an innovative fashion exhibition from artists and designers CFGNY and Wataru Tominaga, and a retrospective of the influential artist David Medalla. See a new Hammer Project from artist Jordan Strafer, and catch artist EJ Hill‘s return to the Hammer—this time as curator—where the color pink takes center stage.

Enjoy music, late gallery hours, cash bars, and free admission.

We expect to welcome thousands of guests through our doors, so plan to arrive early and stay late. Entry is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Let Us Know You’re Coming

7.  RESIDENT ADS

RAIN GUTTER REPAIR
Can anyone recommend a person or company who can fix a portion of my rain gutter?

Please respond to: nrozengu@g.ucla.edu

Thank you!

TICKETS FOR SALE – A STRANGE LOOP
Tickets available for Tuesday, June 25th performance of A Strange Loop at the Ahmanson Theatre. The seats are in the eighth row, almost dead center. The price is $134.00/ticket, face value.  For show info., click here.

Email swy333@gmail.com if interested.

HWPOA Communication & Ad Policy:
Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com.

HWPOA members are welcome to post free ads (such as ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc.) in the Holmby News.  When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News editor to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA.

Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 49180
Los Angeles, CA  90049
Phone: (310) 470-1785 (call/text)
Email: hwpoa@aol.com OR info@holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Website: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org
Pay Membership Dues: https://hwpoa.square.site/

You Are Invited . . .

  • To attend our monthly Board Meetings*
  • To let us know your concerns about our community and your ideas about how we might work to improve it
  • To become involved in our Association.

*Board Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month.  Please confirm prior to attending.