Tag: Larchmont Chronicle
Original owner of Chevalier’s Books interviewed 30 years ago
After 75 years of business, people in the Larchmont area know and love their neighborhood bookstore, Chevalier’s Books. In 1984, the Larchmont Chronicle carried an article about the store’s founder, Joe Chevalier, as the store celebrated its 45th anniversary. As the store now celebrates 75 years, here’s a look back at that article, written […]
‘Come together’ for Hope-Net at Taste of Larchmont Aug. 25
Greek, Italian and Thai specialties, as well as samples from Village newcomers Burger Lounge and Salt & Straw will be on the menu of “Abbey Road to Larchmont.” The annual Taste of Larchmont, founded more than 20 years ago by the Larchmont Chronicle, is on Mon., Aug. 25 from 6 to 9 p.m. The community […]
Family togetherness enhanced since we acquired ‘Ginger’
I have never been a dog person. I never understood why people were crazy for their dogs, showing their photos around and letting them sleep in their beds. My family had a dog when I was growing up, but I don’t really remember her being a big part of our lives. Sammy just lived in […]
Larchmont Chronicle’s 50th Anniversary: We reveal how to start a community newspaper
Fifty years ago, newspapers in Los Angeles were flourishing. Readers had their choice of the “Los Angeles Times,” “Daily News,” “Herald-Examiner,” “Hollywood Citizen News” and the “Wilshire Press.” But Larchmont and the surrounding neighborhoods didn’t have a journal to call its own. So, equipped with optimism and enthusiasm, I will reveal how we began publishing the […]
Deal the cards and dine at ‘Taste of Larchmont’
Italian and Thai specialties, sushi and French fare will be on the menu of “A Winning Deal.” The 21st annual Taste of Larchmont on Mon., Aug. 26 from 6 to 9 p.m. will give diners a “taste” at 20 Boulevard restaurants. Live music and entertainment, a raffle with dinners at local restaurants and diamond earrings […]
Larchmont Chronicle celebrates 50 years!
It was Party Central at the Larchmont Chronicle’s Golden Jubilee celebration at The Ebell of Los Angeles in May. Some 300 guests were treated to entertainment featuring singers Jan Daley and Melissa Allen, comedienne Peggy Bartenetti and auctioneer/singer Councilman Tom LaBonge. Loyce Braun supplied the lyrics and video script while a “flash mob” waved newspapers […]
