Category Archives: Community

Debunking a Palisades Urban Legend: Nazi Utopia

Posted on September 5, 2024 by Sue

By STEWART SLAVIN What’s the real story behind Murphy Ranch? The long-abandoned survivalist sanctuary tucked into the hills of Pacific Palisades has spawned one of L.A.s wackiest urban legends — that of Nazis building a utopia there during the 1930s … Continue reading →

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New Physics Theory: Einstein’s Eternal Energy

Posted on September 5, 2024 by Sue

During Covid, some people hunkered down never leaving their homes, watching nonstop news and bemoaning the end of civilization. Palisades resident Chuck McGlothlin took a different approach. The Purdue graduate, who received his bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, and then … Continue reading →

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Trial for Brianna Kupfer’s Murderer Will Start Tomorrow, August 29

Posted on August 28, 2024 by Sue

The Judge has ordered that the trial for the murder of Brianna Kupfer start tomorrow, Thursday, August 29. The trial was originally scheduled to start August 26. Briana’s mother Lori said the jury selection had been completed the week before. … Continue reading →

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Lee Calvert Celebrates Her 100th Birthday with Pushups

Posted on August 27, 2024 by Sue

  By ALISON BURMEISTER There are an estimated 101,000 Americans who are 100 or older in a country of 245 million people (78 percent are women). Joining that elite group is Lee Calvert, who celebrated her 100th birthday on August … Continue reading →

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Marquez Knolls Block Party Will Be September 13

Posted on August 26, 2024 by Sue

After a long summer, it is time to reconnect with neighbors and friends. There’s no better place to do that than at the Marquez Knolls Block Party (MKPOA) which will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, … Continue reading →

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Scheduled Library Events August 20 – 28

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Sue

MYSTERIOUS BOOK CLUB: The Mysterious Book Club meets monthly to discuss different mystery books. The next meeting is 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 20. This month’s book is Moonflower Murders by Anthony Horowitz. New members are welcomed even if they have not … Continue reading →

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Feeling Disconnected? Reach Out with Prayer Project

Posted on August 18, 2024 by Sue

“Never underestimate the power of prayer! Constant prayer, with full conviction, without loss of hope, really does create miracles.” – Indian author Ritu Ghatourey The Palisades Neighborhood Prayer Project, 2024, continues at 7 p.m. on Tuesday August 21, at the … Continue reading →

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Voting Started August 16: Cast Your Ballot

Posted on August 18, 2024 by Sue

Government starts at the local level, and everyone living in Pacific Palisades can vote for candidates to represent them on the Palisades Community Council. The election for representatives are held every two years. Voting is online and residents are allowed … Continue reading →

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“Ham” Radio Meeting on Thursday

Posted on July 30, 2024 by Sue

The American Legion Radio Cadre (ALRC), aka Ham Radio, will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 1, at the Ronald Reagan American Legion Post 283, located on 15247 La Cruz Drive. The ALRC meets monthly on the first Thursday. … Continue reading →

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Run for a Seat on the Local Community Council

Posted on July 17, 2024 by Sue

Do not complain about anything in Pacific Palisades or even Los Angeles, if you are not willing to run for a seat on the Pacific Palisades Community Council. Founded in 1973, this all-volunteer nonprofit organization advocates to government and private … Continue reading →

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