Tag: NGA
’Twas merry and bright and festive with family and friends
It was a merry and bright evening in Brookside on Dec. 3, when Santa, Mrs. Claus, and two shiny white steeds came trotting down Tremaine Avenue to bring the little ones joy, Christmas spirit and a bit of off-key singing. The horses, of Dream Catchers Carriages, waited patiently while families took turns climbing and disembarking […]
Around the Town: Assistance League, NGA, LAFD, Ryu, Johnson, Ebell festivities ring out the year
The Holiday season always brings the final meeting of the Assistance League of Los Angeles in the form of a festive luncheon held at the Wilshire Country Club. This year, there was added excitement over the plans for the League’s new home on Sunset Boulevard. Awards were distributed, including for exemplary service over the past […]
Alexandria House among beneficiaries of NGA party goers
“It’s a party! — for a cause,” exclaimed Kiel FitzGerald and Olivia Kazanjian, co-chairs of Needlework Guild of America, describing Hancock Park’s gala held at the Tagylan Complex on Vine St. on Feb. 24. So many in our neighborhood know that, when they come to this annual event, they are guaranteed to have FUN while […]
Jill Bauman helps families exit homelessness with ‘Imagine’
Jill Bauman is passionate about solving family homelessness. Seated in her art-lined and book-filled living room, Bauman recounts the road to becoming head of Imagine LA, the non-profit agency that is using creative methods to remedy the homeless dilemma. Born in Pasadena and raised in Santa Barbara, she briefly lived on June St. Bauman graduated […]
League met at Grove; NGA ladies were in red at Busby’s
The Assistance League of Los Angeles held its annual Founders Day Luncheon on Feb. 25 at Maggiano’s at The Grove. A champagne reception was followed by an Italian feast of pastas, salads and a variety of wines. The time-honored tradition of the presentation of awards honoring League members for their dedication was announced by Past […]
