Archive for November 2008

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In a Word

The hardest thing in life to learn is which bridge to cross and which bridge to burn…

Open Mic, Karaoke and other nightly events at the Office

OPEN MIC NIGHT – COMEDIANS & MUSICIANS The Office Bar & Grill (local Burbank Bar) is hosting Open Mic nights every Wednesday night 9pm to 1am. We are looking for talented Musicians, Comedians, Singers, Poets, or simply people with talent that others would enjoy seeing. We provide a microphone and PA system if you have [...]

No Good Deed…

The City Council meeting of November 25th was a success for all of us who wanted our views heard. No one can now say they don’t know how the Pacific Park area residents feel. No one can say there are not any objections to this shelter for alcohol and drug addicts. Certainly the Council knows [...]

In a WORD

Never cut that which may be untied

Looking BACK

In 1873 the railroad track along San Fernando Road originally linked the San Fernando and San Gabriel Missions. The Southern Pacific Railroad paid one dollar for the right-of-way. The first train came through Burbank on April 5, 1874.

Now THAT’S Entertainment

If you enjoy the sound of real music I’m sure you will enjoy the upcoming performance of Clarence McDonald & Evolution at the Catalina Club in Hollywood on December 18th. I’ve had the opportunity to hear Clarence (a Burbank resident) play at the Catalina Club before, and I just couldn’t resist sharing this great experience [...]

You CAN Fight City Hall

At least that’s the way Councilman Dr. David Gordon made us feel at the Sunday, November 23rd gathering of homeowners at Pacific Park. Nearly 75 homeowners who live near the park attended an impromptu meeting to voice concerns and opposition to the Homeless Shelter due to open at the National Guard Armory, which is adjacent [...]

LOOKING BACK

The city of Burbank is named after a New Hampshire-born dentist Dr. David Burbank. He relocated to Burbank in 1867, and built his home in the area on what is now the back of Warner Brothers Studios.

IN A WORD

Love many, trust few, always paddle your own canoe.

Christmas gifts needed at Olive Crest Children’s Center

Christmas Gifts needed for orphans and foster kids in Burbank Please drop off your unwrapped, new $25-$50 gifts (receipts appreciated) for kids before DECEMBER 17 2008 at Olive Crest Children’s Center 710 South Victory Ste 201 818-563-2300 According to the website they need the most gifts for teenagers, and gift cards are the hot ticket. [...]