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Micro-forest’s macro accomplishments in Griffith Park

Helene Seifer · June 1, 2023

In a little corner of Griffith Park, known as the Bette Davis picnic area, a bushy green micro-forest teems with life. This 1,000-square-foot circular forest has grown from tiny seedlings […]

Parks Foundation works to improve Robert Burns trail

Billy Taylor · October 28, 2021

The Los Angeles Parks Foundation soon will begin work on an improvement project within Robert Burns Park, thanks, in part, to the generous support of a local resident. “We are […]

As in Paris, a micro-forest sprouts in Griffith Park

Helene Seifer · July 1, 2021

There is a Chinese proverb that posits, “When is the best time to plant a tree?” And it answers, “20 years ago. Or today.” Volunteers with the Los Angeles Parks […]

Around the Town: High Tea, Sheba gala, ‘Gutsy Women,’ history events and BBBS Big Bash

Columnist · December 4, 2019

“Meow, my little pretties — come have a purr-fectly good time.” And, so, more than 70 ladies descended upon the most ‘terrifying’ and beautiful “fur-midable” Las Palmas home of Margo […]

Parks Foundation to begin second decade with Ramsay at reins

Suzan Filipek · November 29, 2018

After a career in journalism, environmental advocacy and public service, Carolyn Ramsay has found her niche as executive director of the Los Angeles Parks Foundation. Her office amidst the oak […]

Development, preservation issues await council winner

Suzan Filipek · April 29, 2015

After a victorious election the winner in the run-off Tues., May 19 for Council District Four will inherit a hefty plate when they take over the reins from Tom LaBonge […]

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